food bank

food bank

n. An organization that collects donated or surplus foodstuffs and distributes them free or at low cost to programs or organizations serving people in need.

food′ bank`

n. a nonprofit clearinghouse that receives unsalable food products donated by the food industry and channels them through various agencies to the needy. [1980–85]

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Noun

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food bank - a place where food is contributed and made available to those in need; "they set up a food bank for the flood victims"bank - a supply or stock held in reserve for future use (especially in emergencies)