Definition

1. Noun:
   • Solid food: Any solid substance, as opposed to a liquid, that is consumed to provide nourishment. It refers to edible matter that is not in a fluid state.

Usage

• The term "solid food" is used to distinguish edible solids from liquids or beverages. It is often used in medical, nutritional, or infant care contexts to specify a type of nourishment.
• It functions as a mass noun (e.g., "solid food is introduced at six months") but can also be used in a more general sense.

Examples

• Noun:
  • Infants typically start eating solid food around six months of age.
  • After the surgery, the patient was on a liquid diet before gradually reintroducing solid food.
  • The package contained both solid food and drinks for the journey.

Advanced Usage

• "To be on solid food": To have a diet that consists of solid foods, as opposed to a liquid or pureed diet.
  • The doctor said he can finally be on solid food again next week.

Variants and Related Words

• Foodstuff (n): A substance suitable for consumption as food.
• Comestible (n, formal): An item of food.
• Nourishment (n): The food necessary for growth, health, and good condition.
• Sustenance (n): Food and drink regarded as a source of strength; nourishment.

Synonyms

• Food
• Nourishment
• Comestibles
• Edibles
• Victuals

Antonyms

• Liquid
• Beverage
• Drink
• Fluid

Noun

1. any solid substance (as opposed to liquid) that is used as a source of nourishment
   • food and drink