The difference between Edible and Potable

When used as nouns, edible means in particular, an edible mushroom, whereas potable means any drinkable liquid.

When used as adjectives, edible means that can be eaten without harm, whereas potable means good for drinking without fear of poisoning or disease.


check bellow for the other definitions of Edible and Potable

  1. Edible as an adjective:

    That can be eaten without harm; innocuous to humans; suitable for consumption.

    Examples:

    "edible [[fruit]]"

  2. Edible as an adjective:

    That can be eaten without disgust.

    Examples:

    "Although stale, the bread was edible."

  1. Edible as a noun:

    Anything edible. In particular, an edible mushroom.

    Examples:

    "synonyms: esculent"

  2. Edible as a noun (marijuana):

    a foodstuff, usually a baked good, infused with tetrahydrocannabinol from cannabutter etc.

  1. Potable as an adjective:

    Good for drinking without fear of poisoning or disease.

  1. Potable as a noun:

    Any drinkable liquid; a beverage.