Meaning of the word perishable in English

What does perishable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

perishable

US /ˈper.ɪ.ʃə.bəl/
UK /ˈper.ɪ.ʃə.bəl/
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Adjective

likely to decay or go bad quickly

Example:
Fresh fruits and vegetables are highly perishable.
Make sure to store perishable goods in the refrigerator.

Plural Noun

items that are likely to decay or go bad quickly

Example:
The delivery included a box of perishables.
Separate the perishables from the dry goods.
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