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Eatable

usgb/ˈiːtəbl/Volume
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Context MattersPlay
Use 'eatable' when discussing food quality, especially if there's doubt about its condition. SlideThe leftovers in the fridge are still eatable, right?
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Implies SafetyPlay
'Eatable' suggests that the food won't harm you if consumed but doesn't guarantee it's tasty. SlideDespite its bland taste, the meal was eatable.
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Not Always FlatteringPlay
Describing food as 'eatable' can imply it's merely adequate, and not particularly enjoyable. SlideThe food at the event was eatable but nothing special.