perishable

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English

Definitions

noun

That which perishes or is short-lived.
(in the plural) food that does not keep for long.

adjective

Liable to perish, especially naturally subject to quick decomposition or decay.

Related words

Synonyms

ephemeral shortlived decayable spoilable putrefiable putrescible biodegradable decaying fragile dry transitory wet produce agricultural mayfly corruptible passible

Antonyms

imperishable unperishable

Associated

nonperishable basketry spoilage foodstuffs refrigerator commodities refrigeration spoil foods goods vegetables superstructure

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