combat ration
Soldier's packaged food
A combat ration is prepackaged food designed for military personnel in the field, engineered to be portable, durable, and calorie-dense without requiring refrigeration or cooking.
The U.S. military's MRE (Meal, Ready-to-Eat) is the best-known example.
The term extends loosely to any utilitarian food meant to sustain someone through demanding conditions: Energy bars are basically combat rations for hikers.
- MRECombat ration abbreviation
- ready to eatNeeds no preparation
- hardtackImperishable unleavened wafer
- mess kitCompact portable eating equipment
- chow hallMilitary cafeteria
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Expertly prepared refined food
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Formal celebratory meal
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Elaborate ceremonial meal
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