plant food

noun

1. nourishment, as fertilizer or chemicals, for plants.

Word History and Origins

Origin of plant food¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

Her gardening fixation comes from him making his children plant food so the family could eat.

From Salon

Both include plant foods, such as fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains.

From Salon

Moreover, the study suggests that plant foods were also introduced into infant diets and may have served as weaning products for this human population.

From Science Daily

“Connecting our people with our plant foods and medicines is our passion,” said Spokane Tribal Network Director Penny Spencer.

From Seattle Times

As a general principle, try to choose whole plant foods, such as unprocessed legumes, beans or tofu.

From Salon

Related Words

• manure