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

1. overeat or eat immodestly; make a pig of oneself
   • She stuffed herself at the dinner
   • The kids binged on ice cream