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best-before date
/bˈɛstbɪfˌoːɹ dˈeɪt/
/bˈɛstbɪfˌɔː dˈeɪt/
Best-before date
01
the date until which a product is expected to remain at its optimal quality, but it may still be consumed after this date
Examples
When shopping for groceries, always check the best-before date to ensure the food is still fresh and safe to consume.
The yogurt in my fridge had passed its best-before date, so I decided not to eat it.
