food security

This term is primarily used in technical, political, and humanitarian contexts. It describes a systemic condition rather than an individual's immediate hunger, shifting the focus from the symptom of malnutrition to the structural stability of food supply chains and economic accessibility.

Because it refers to a conceptual state or a policy goal, it is treated as an uncountable noun. It is frequently paired with adjectives like "national," "global," or "household" to specify the scale of the security being discussed.