Inedible

usgb/ɪnˈedəbl/
adjective

Cannot be eaten or not safe to eat.

This type of mushroom looks very similar to a delicious variety, but it is in fact inedible.
Visual representation of "inedible" - Cannot be eaten or not safe to eat

Often appears as...

  • inedible materials
  • inedible food
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Safety Warning

Inedible often refers to substances that could be harmful if eaten, not just unpleasant.

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The brightly colored paint on this old furniture is inedible and could be toxic.
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Not Food

Items not intended for eating, such as rocks or plastic, are also called inedible, regardless of safety.

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Children must be taught that toys are inedible and should not be put in their mouths.
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Metaphoric Use

Inedible can be used metaphorically to describe something extremely unappetizing or poorly cooked.

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The steak was so overcooked, it was practically inedible.
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