scarf out
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Definition
Verb (informal): 1. To eat a very large amount of food, especially in a greedy or unrestrained manner; to overeat. This verb describes the action of consuming food excessively, often to the point of discomfort.
Usage
This is an informal, somewhat humorous phrasal verb. It is used to describe eating a lot, typically in a single sitting. It often carries a connotation of indulgence and lack of restraint.
Examples
- After the marathon, he scarfed out on pizza and pasta.
- We're going to scarf out on snacks while we watch the movie.
- I scarfed out at the all-you-can-eat buffet.
Advanced Usage
- The verb can sometimes imply eating quickly as well as copiously.
- He was so hungry he just scarfed out on whatever was in the fridge.
Variants and Related Words
- Scarf down (phrasal verb): To eat something very quickly. This emphasizes speed rather than sheer volume.
- She scarfed down her breakfast and ran out the door.
- Pig out (phrasal verb, informal): A very close synonym meaning to overeat.
- Binge (verb): To indulge in an activity, especially eating, to excess.
Synonyms
- Overeat
- Gorge oneself
- Pig out
- Binge
- Stuff oneself
Related Phrasal Verbs
- Pig out: To eat a large amount of food greedily. (Often used interchangeably with "scarf out").
- We pigged out on cookies last night.
Verb
- overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself
- She stuffed herself at the dinner
- The kids binged on ice cream