Perishability (Noun)
Meaning
Unsatisfactoriness by virtue of being subject to decay or spoilage or destruction.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The perishability of fresh produce made it a challenging item to handle in the long-distance supply chain.
- Food waste was a significant issue due to the perishability of the donated products and lack of prompt distribution.
- Restaurants were often forced to throw away large quantities of food because of their perishability.
- The high perishability of meat products necessitated strict refrigeration controls throughout the storage and transportation processes.
- She understood that the perishability of her fresh flowers meant she had to sell them quickly to avoid losses.