freshies

freshies

1. plural of freshie

freshies pl (plural only)

1. (slang, Antarctica) Fresh food, such as vegetables and eggs, that cannot be produced in Antarctica and must be imported.
   • 2010, Carole Marsh, The Mystery in Icy Antarctica:

     “Freshies are being served tonight!”
     “Freshies?” Christina asked. By the sound of his voice, freshies must be something fabulous, she thought.
     “Fresh vegetables! Carrots, peas and broccoli!” Dr. Orlav answered with gusto.

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