comfort food

[ kuhm-fert food ]

noun

1. simple, home-style food that brings comforting thoughts of home or childhood.

comfort food

noun

1. food that is enjoyable to eat and makes the eater feel better emotionally

Word History and Origins

Origin of comfort food¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

And because you need to eat, check out these comfort food recipes tailored for Election Day feelings-eating.

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Do not fret — though this is undoubtedly a fraught time, you can always rely on home-y, warming comfort food for a bit of the pleasure found in a familiar bite.

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Rather than appealing to the housewife preparing comfort foods, sushi gained popularity by appealing to the desire for new and exciting experiences.

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No matter if you're looking to sip on a drink or delve into some comfort food, Stewart's deep, deep catalogue has a slew of options for whatever you're craving.

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While the task of preparing an emergency food kit can be anxiety-inducing, as it forces us to confront the possibility of a natural disaster, don’t overlook comfort foods.

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