dry goods

American  

plural noun

1. textile fabrics and related merchandise, as distinguished from groceries, hardware, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of dry goods

First recorded in 1695–1705

Example Sentences

Political leaders across the country were encouraging people to stock up on food and dry goods, prepare first aid and supply kits and keep their vehicle gas tanks full to prevent fuel lines from freezing.

From Barron's

I watched a horse clip-clop up the street, pulling a long wagon loaded with sacks of flour and other dry goods.

From Literature

The proliferating railroad network had reduced distribution costs, and Ward realized there was a large market for delivering dry goods to railroad depots.

From The Wall Street Journal

The GHF aid, comprising mostly dry goods, such as pasta or lentils, requires gas and water to cook, both of which are hard to procure in Gaza.

From Los Angeles Times

There are also various donation points at supermarkets across Lincoln where dry goods can be dropped off.

From BBC