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WOTD  
Word of the Day - for Toastmasters everywhere
Sunday 19th November 2023
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victuals (plural noun) VIT-ulz



Food (for humans).

Today the word is mainly used humorously, although the term licensed victualler was still used up to mid 20th century to refer to an establisment licensed to sell alcoholic beverages. The singular noun is still used in Scotland to refer to a grain crop that is ready for cutting.

Mrs Robinson was banished below decks and confined to the kitchens from which emerged a steady issue of victuals from forenoon to midnight.

Melvyn Bragg, The Maid of Buttermere. Amazon

He took refuge in handing victuals and was glad when the period of eating on constricted stomachs was over.

John Galsworthy, The Silver Spoon. Amazon

He's always rather low and despondent when he's wanting his victuals.

Kenneth Grahame, The Wind in the Willows. Amazon

Victuals are accessible to all tastes and drinks are easily got.

Adam Edwards, Telegraph, 11 March 2006. Telegraph

This is not a destination for folks who want frilly, fancy, froufrou food. Informed, enthusiastic, quick moving waitresses glide swiftly through the dining room, carrying substantial portions of earthy, no-nonsense victuals.

Richard Scholem, The New York Times, 16 November 1997. New York Times




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