Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
picky-eater
noun
/ˈpɪki ˈiːtər/
Definition
A picky eater is someone who is very selective about the food they eat and may refuse to try new or different foods.
Examples
- My son is a picky eater; he will only eat pizza and chicken nuggets.
- At the family dinner, it was challenging to cater to the picky eater’s preferences.
- Being a picky eater can make meal planning difficult.
Meaning
The term refers to individuals, often children, who are very particular about their food choices and have strong preferences.
Synonyms
- fussy eater
- choosy eater
- selective eater
