Definitions

1. noun

relating to or derived from heat; relating to the energy content of food.

“The caloric intake of the meal was higher than expected.”

2. adjective

relating to or derived from heat; relating to the energy content of food.

“The caloric content of the dessert was extremely high.”

3. noun

a unit of energy, especially in nutrition.

“The food package listed the caloric value of each serving.”