Processed
Pronunciation: /ˈprɑːsɛst/
Processed (adjective)
- changed by adding chemicals or other methods to make it last longer or taste different
- information or data that has been organized or analyzed for use
- materials that have been treated or changed to improve their quality or usability
Examples
- Processed foods often contain preservatives.
- Many people prefer fresh over processed meals.
Common collocations: processed cheese, processed meat, highly processed, processed data, processed results