Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
processed foods
Noun
/ˈprɒsɛst fuːdz/
Definition
Foods that have been altered from their original state for safety reasons or convenience.
Examples
- Canned vegetables are a common example of processed foods.
- Many people avoid processed foods because they often contain additives.
- Frozen dinners are convenient, but they fall under the category of processed foods.
Meaning
Processed foods are items that have been chemically or physically modified through cooking, canning, freezing, or preserving to enhance flavor, extend shelf life, or improve safety.
Synonyms
- Convenience foods
- Packaged foods
- Fast foods
