The word "edible fat" is spelled /ˈɛdəbəl fæt/. The first syllable, "ed", is pronounced with a short "e" sound followed by a "d" sound. The second syllable, "ible", is pronounced with a long "i" sound, a "b" sound, and an "el" sound. The final syllable, "fat", is pronounced with a short "a" sound and a "t" sound. This word refers to any type of fat that can be consumed by humans, such as butter or oil.
The word "edible" is derived from the Latin word "edibilis", which comes from the verb "edere", meaning "to eat". "Fat" also has Latin roots, originating from the Latin word "piscis", which referred to fish oil. Over time, "piscis" transformed into the Old English word "fætt", which eventually became "fat" in Modern English. When combined, "edible fat" simply refers to fat that is suitable for consumption.