freshnessperiod
nounUK /ˈfreʃnəs ˈpɪəriəd/
US /ˈfreʃnəs ˈpɪriəd/
The time when food is still good to eat.
Check the freshness period on the milk carton before you drink it.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. The length of time something stays new or in good condition.
The freshness period of these flowers is about a week.
3. The time during which a product is at its best quality.
Bread has a short freshness period compared to canned food.
4. The allowed time for using something before it must be replaced.
The freshness period for the opened jar is three days.