Bingeing: meaning, definitions and examples

eating/drinking excessively

Bingeing refers to the act of consuming food, drink, or other substances in large quantities in a single sitting or over a short period. It is often associated with a lack of control over the intake, which can lead to negative physical or emotional consequences. The term is commonly used to describe behaviors related to eating disorders, such as binge-eating disorder, where individuals consume excessive amounts of food despite not being hungry. Bingeing can also apply to watching television or engaging in other leisure activities for prolonged periods.

excessive consumption, feasting, gorging, overindulging

Examples of usage

• After a long week, she ended up bingeing on her favorite snacks.

• He spent the entire weekend bingeing the latest series on Netflix.

• Bingeing on junk food can lead to health problems.

• During the holidays, many people find themselves bingeing on sweets.

• They were bingeing on video games all night.