Comfort food

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.NounSimple, comforting home-cooked-style food associated with one's formative years, often a staple of diners and other informal restaurants.

2.NounFood, often high in carbohydrates or sugar, consumed to feel comfort or alleviate stress rather than to receive nutrition.

"After the relationship ended, she overindulged on comfort food every night."

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