Definition use-by date in British English

use-by date noun

[countable] noun

/ˈjuːz baɪ ˌdeɪt/

a date printed on something you buy that shows that it may be less safe to eat or less effective after this date. The date by which a product should be sold is called a sell-by date.

Synonyms and related words

aftermarket buyerâs market call

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