nonstaple

/ˈnɒnstæpl/

Definitions

1. noun

a food that is not a staple or a standard item, especially in a particular region or culture

“The restaurant offered a variety of nonstaples from around the world, including Japanese ramen and Indian curries.”

2. adjective

not a staple or standard item

“The nonstaple ingredients in the recipe added a unique flavor to the dish.”

Synonyms

  • exotic
  • rare
  • unusual

Antonyms

  • standard
  • staple