best before

Definitions

1. 1

   Used on product labeling to indicate the date up to which a perishable item is at its…

   Used on product labeling to indicate the date up to which a perishable item is at its best quality.

   • Best before 11/04/2027
2. 2

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

   Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see best, before.

3. 3

   Clipping of best before date.

   • What's the best before on the milk?
   • Secretary of State for the Environment Hilary Benn has suggested sell-by dates should be scrapped and best-befores ignored.
   • The best before on bread is just a guideline - they might not be at their best after this point, but loaves that've gone a bit hard can be eaten without any problems.

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