a stock or supply of foods
Used in a Sentence
victuals
How to use victuals in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for victuals.
Editorial note
It helps if you know that "victuals" is pronounced "vittles".
Examples2
Definitions3
Parts of speech1
Quick take
a stock or supply of foods
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of victuals gathered in one view.
a source of materials to nourish the body
any substance that can be used as food
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for victuals.
noun
a stock or supply of foods
See also: commissariat, provisions, provender, viands
noun
a source of materials to nourish the body
See also: nutriment, nourishment, nutrition, sustenance, aliment, alimentation
noun
any substance that can be used as food
See also: comestible, edible, eatable, pabulum, victual
Example sentences
It helps if you know that "victuals" is pronounced "vittles".
"My dear, I am very sorry, but our victuals are all hot now, but if you will call in about an hour they will be cold" And [the beggars] went away awfully angry.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use victuals in a sentence?
It helps if you know that "victuals" is pronounced "vittles".
What does victuals mean?
a stock or supply of foods
What part of speech is victuals?
victuals is commonly used as noun.