energy bar

noun

1. a bar-shaped food intended to boost physical energy, typically containing a combination of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins and fortified with vitamins and minerals.

Word History and Origins

Origin of energy bar¹

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

Same as other hikers, she wanted energy bars and dehydrated meals, simply housed in compostable packaging.

From Outside Online

For years, the North Carolina company has been making top-shelf butters and dense energy bars, earning the attention of Oprah and Bon Appetit alike.

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They don’t want a very strong taste when they do burgers or energy bars or energy drinks.

From Time

Over the years, I have gorged myself on energy bars, olive oil, hot sauce, mashed potatoes, beer, and even a block of expensive aged Parmesan lifted from hiker boxes.

From Outside Online

They’d break camp quickly, eating an energy bar or stashing one in their pocket for later.

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