Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

food play

Word Rarity Common

Frequency: 5.19 in modern English

Syllables: food -play
IPA

17

Scrabble Score

8

Letters

2

Syllables

7

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Guided play for small children involving their meals, intended to get a picky eater to accept eating unfamiliar and unwelcome foods.

Uncountable

noun

Synonym of foodplay.

Uncountable

Example Sentences

"Food play is a type of sensory play activity that can help your child learn about different food textures, smells, and tastes. It helps children with sensory disorders or picky eating habits explore various food options and more easily engage in healthy eating habits."

Usage

Uncountable

Synonyms

foodplay

Questions

What does food play mean?: Guided play for small children involving their meals, intended to get a picky eater to accept eating unfamiliar and unwelcome foods.

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