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Pigging: meaning, definitions and examples

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pigging

 

[ หˆpษชษกษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

informal activity

Pigging is a colloquial term that refers to eating excessively or indiscriminately. Often used in informal contexts, the term evokes the image of a pig, which is known for its gluttonous behavior. It can also denote a lack of restraint or moderation, typically when consuming food or drink. This term is often used among friends or in casual settings to describe a fun or indulgent eating experience.

Synonyms

devour, feast, gorge

Examples of usage

  • We really pigged out at the buffet.
  • They spent the whole day pigging on snacks while watching movies.
  • After the party, we ended up pigging on leftovers.
  • He usually pigges on pizza when he's stressed.

Translations

Translations of the word "pigging" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pigagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฟเค—เคฟเค‚เค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pigging

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pigging

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะณะณั–ะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pigging

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ”ใ‚ฎใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pigging

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pigging

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pigging

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•‘์ž‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู†ุธูŠู ุงู„ุฃู†ุงุจูŠุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pigging

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pigging

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฎก้“ๆธ…ๆด—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pigging

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pigging

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะธะณะณะธะฝะณ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒ’แƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pigging

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pigging

Word origin

The term 'pigging' originates from the Middle English word 'pigge', which referred to a young pig or piglet. The association with excess eating likely stems from the behavior of pigs, which are commonly known for their voracious appetites. The term has evolved over time to encompass not just the act of eating but also the idea of indulging in activities without restraint. Its informal and colloquial nature makes it a popular choice in casual conversations, especially when discussing feasting or bingeing on food. The usage of 'pigging out' became widespread in the late 20th century, particularly in American slang, and is still used today among various age groups, highlighting its lasting impact on modern vernacular.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,453, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.