comestible

/kəˈmɛstəbəl/

Definitions

1. noun

a food or drink that is considered safe to eat

“The picnic had a variety of comestibles, including sandwiches, fruit, and cheese.”

2. adjective

able to be eaten or consumed

“The comestible plants in the forest were a source of nutrition for the animals.”

Synonyms

  • edible
  • palatable
  • tasty

Antonyms

  • inedible
  • poisonous