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The shell was inedible, but the nut inside was tasty.
What does Inedible mean?
Inedible means not good or safe to eat.
Dictionary definition
Not safe or suitable to eat.
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Some berries are inedible and should not be eaten.
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A nature guide can help readers learn which plant parts are edible or inedible.
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What does inedible mean?
Inedible means not good or safe to eat.
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WordInedible.
Partadjective.
MeaningInedible means not good or safe to eat.
ExampleExample: The shell was inedible, but the nut inside was tasty.
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- Syllables
- in · ed · uh · bul
- Strongest beat
- ed
- Ending
- bul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ed.
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Synonyms
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uneatableNot suitable to eat.
unsafeNot safe for use or eating.
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