perishable — English Dictionary

Adjective

1. Liable to perish, especially naturally subject to quick decomposition or decay.

   Synonyms

   ephemeralshortlived

   Antonyms

   imperishableunperishable

   Examples

   perishable goods

   perishable foodstuffs

Noun

1. That which perishes or is short-lived.

2. Food that does not keep for long.

   Usage

   • in-plural

Adjective

1. liable to perish; subject to destruction or death or decay

   Antonyms

   imperishable

   Examples

   this minute and perishable planet

   perishable foods such as butter and fruit

Noun

1. food that will decay rapidly if not refrigerated

   Synonyms

   spoilable

   Broader terms

   foodstufffood product