perishable (Meaning)

Wordnet

perishable (n)

food that will decay rapidly if not refrigerated

Wordnet

perishable (a)

liable to perish; subject to destruction or death or decay

Webster

perishable (a.)

Liable to perish; subject to decay, destruction, or death; as, perishable goods; our perishable bodies.

FAQs About the word perishable

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The perishable fruits and vegetables must be stored properly to extend their shelf life.

Milk is a highly perishable product, so it should be refrigerated immediately after purchase.

We need to deliver the perishable goods to the grocery store before they spoil.

The pharmaceutical company worked diligently to develop a packaging solution that would protect their perishable products during transport.