Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

victuals

Noun
/ˈvɪtəlz/
Definition
Food or provisions, typically for human consumption.
Examples
  • During the camping trip, we packed enough victuals to last the entire week.
  • The banquet was filled with extravagant victuals, delighting all the guests.
  • In olden times, sailors had to stock up on victuals before heading out to sea.
Meaning
Victuals refer to the various kinds of food that people eat. It often implies a supply of food that is prepared for eating.
Synonyms
  • Food
  • Provisions
  • Supplies
  • Edibles