English Expression · Advanced
food bank
A supply of food kept in reserve for an emergency or shortage
Pronunciation: /ˈfuːd ˌbæŋk/
Meaning
A supply of food kept in reserve for an emergency or shortage.
Example
The village kept a food bank of grain to use if the harvest failed.
The village kept a food bank of grain to use if the harvest failed.
Practice tips
- Practice food bank out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for advanced-level learners.