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entity go
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)

physical entity go
an entity that has physical existence

matter go
that which has mass and occupies space

substance go
a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties

food, nutrient go
any substance that can be metabolized by an animal to give energy and build tissue

nourishment, alimentation, sustenance, nutrition, victuals, nutriment, aliment go
a source of materials to nourish the body

meal, repast
the food served and eaten at one time

noun.food

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mess go
a meal eaten in a mess hall by service personnel
square meal go
a substantial and nourishing meal
potluck go
whatever happens to be available especially when offered to an unexpected guest or when brought by guests and shared by all
refection go
a light meal or repast
breakfast go
the first meal of the day (usually in the morning)
brunch go
combination breakfast and lunch
lunch, luncheon, tiffin, dejeuner go
a midday meal
tea, afternoon tea, teatime go
a light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes
dinner go
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
supper go
a light evening meal
buffet go
a meal set out on a buffet at which guests help themselves
picnic go
any informal meal eaten outside or on an excursion
bite, collation, snack go
a light informal meal
nosh-up go
a large satisfying meal
ploughman's lunch go
a meal consisting of a sandwich of bread and cheese and a salad
spread, feast, banquet go
a meal that is well prepared and greatly enjoyed