CEFR B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Processed

Definition

Having been treated or prepared through a series of mechanical or chemical operations, often in a factory, to change or preserve it.

1Most of the food we buy today is processed in some way before it reaches the supermarket.

2Is this cheese highly processed, or is it made using traditional methods?

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4Check that your payment has been processed before you leave the website.

5There are many processed ingredients in that frozen meal, so you should read the label carefully.