ˈvīənd sometimes ˈvēə- noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English viaunde, from Middle French viande, from (assumed) Vulgar Latin vivanda, alteration of Latin vivenda, neuter plural of vivendus, gerundive of vivere to live — more at quick
1. : an article of food
2. viands -n(d)z plural : provisions, food , fare