softenedfood
nounUK /ˈsɒfənd fuːd/
US /ˈsɔːfənd fuːd/
Food that has been made soft so it is easy to chew and swallow.
The nurse gave the elderly patient softened food for lunch.
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2. Food softened by soaking in liquid.
He ate softened food like bread dipped in milk.
3. Food softened by cooking until tender.
The stewed apples were softened food suitable for the baby.
4. A diet of soft foods given to people with chewing difficulties.
After dental surgery, she was placed on softened food for a week.