Meaning of the word consumable in English

What does consumable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

consumable

US /kənˈsuː.mə.bəl/
UK /kənˈsjuː.mə.bəl/

Adjective

able to be consumed, especially by eating or drinking

Example:
All the food items on the menu are consumable.
The water from this tap is not consumable.

Noun

a product that is used up or worn out and needs to be replaced regularly

Example:
Printer ink cartridges are common office consumables.
The company needs to keep a good stock of consumables for its manufacturing process.