Eating

to put food into the mouth, then chew and swallow it

They enjoy eating pizza on Friday nights.

to cause food, drink, or another substance to pass from the mouth down into the stomach, using the muscles of the throat

It's important to chew your food well before you swallow.

to hold or own something

I have a collection of antique coins that I inherited from my grandfather.

to use a supply of energy, fuel, etc.

During the winter months, households tend to consume more energy for heating to stay warm.

to have a specific flavor

The soup tastes delicious with the added herbs.

to put our hand or body part on a thing or person

Please don't touch the fragile glass display.

to make an effort or attempt to do or have something

He tried to lift the heavy box but it was too heavy.

to reach for something and hold it

He took the cup of coffee from the table and sipped it slowly.

to take food, drink, or another substance into the body by swallowing or absorbing it

Animals often ingest various plants and herbs as part of their diet in the wild.

the act of using up something, such as resources, energy, or materials

The rapid consumption of fuel raised concerns about sustainability.

to have dinner

The couple decided to dine at their favorite restaurant for their anniversary.

to have a meal, typically at home or in a specified location, rather than going out to eat at a restaurant

We decided to dine in and enjoy a homemade dinner tonight.

to have dinner in a restaurant or at someone else's home

to have a meal at home, in contrast to eating at a restaurant or ordering takeout

After a long day at work, she preferred to eat in and enjoy a homemade dinner.

to eat in a restaurant, etc. rather than at one's home

On special occasions, the family likes to eat out at their favorite restaurant.

to make something become full

Can you fill up my glass with water, please?

to make something end

He finished painting the walls and admired his work.

to cause someone's spirits to be lowered

The news of the layoffs got him down, and he felt demotivated.

to allow oneself to do or have something that one enjoys, particularly something that might be bad for one

She decided to indulge in a piece of chocolate cake as a treat.

to eat snacks or light meals

In between meals, the office workers often gather to nosh on snacks from the communal kitchen.

a meal we eat in the middle of the day

I made a Greek salad with feta cheese and olives for a healthy and flavorful lunch.

the first meal we have in the early hours of the day

Breakfast plays an important role as it provides the body with the necessary energy and nutrients to start the day.

to participate in consuming food

The family gathered around the table to partake in a delicious home-cooked meal.

to complete a task thoroughly

After weeks of practice, the team polished off their final rehearsal flawlessly.

to consume a drink or liquid food

She sat by the fireplace, quietly supping on a cup of hot tea to warm herself on the chilly evening.

to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth

The dog warned the intruder by growling before attempting to bite.

a piece of metal like a thick nail without a point that used to secure assembled parts by passing through holes and tightening with a nut

I need to tighten the bolt on the bicycle wheel.

used to wish someone a good appetite or enjoyable meal before they start eating

Before starting the meal, the chef exclaimed, "Bon appétit, everyone!Enjoy your dinner."

someone who has won first place in a competition

to forcefully suppress emotions or reactions

He had to quickly choke down his surprise at the unexpected turn of events.

to chew or bite down on something with a strong, audible, and repeated motion

The hungry toddler couldn't wait to chomp the crunchy apple, revealing a toothy grin with each bite.

to bite and crush food into smaller pieces with the teeth to make it easier to swallow

He chews his food slowly to aid digestion.

to crush or grind something loudly and noisily with the teeth

He crunched the potato chips loudly during the movie.

to completely destroy or to knock down a building or another structure

The old factory was demolished to make way for a new development.

to eat something eagerly and in large quantities, often implying intense hunger or enjoyment

The aroma of freshly baked cookies made it irresistible, and the kids eagerly devoured the entire batch.

the types of food or drink that people or animals usually consume

The cat's diet mainly consisted of dry kibble and occasional wet food for variety.

to start eating with enthusiasm

As the delicious aroma filled the air, everyone was eager to dig in and enjoy the homemade feast.

toward a lower position or level

She carefully climbed down the ladder to reach the ground safely.

to consume completely, especially in reference to food

The hungry children quickly ate up all the cookies that were on the table.

to eat something quickly and greedily, often making loud and rapid swallowing sounds

The children tend to gobble their candy as soon as they get it on Halloween.

to swallow quickly or greedily, often in one swift motion

In the competition, participants were challenged to gulp a glass of milk as quickly as possible.

to drink something, especially an alcoholic beverage, enthusiastically, and in large quantities

Thirsty after the game, he proceeded to guzzle a whole bottle of water.

to pass the tongue over a surface, typically to taste or eat something

The cat stretched out its tongue to lick its paw and clean its fur.

to chew steadily or vigorously, often making a crunching sound

During the movie, we sat on the couch and munch on popcorn.

a small bite of food

to nibble or eat small amounts of food in a hesitant or cautious manner

The toddler would peck at the vegetables on his plate, preferring the pasta.

to frequently criticize someone about small issues

Critics always seem to pick at her performances no matter how well she does.

to fully appreciate and enjoy the flavor or aroma of a food or drink as much as possible, particularly by slowly consuming it

She savors the delicate flavors of herbal teas.

a piece of cloth, often worn around the neck or head, which can be shaped in a square, rectangular, or triangular form

She wrapped a cozy scarf around her neck to shield herself from the biting winter wind.

a small meal that is usually eaten between the main meals or when there is not much time for cooking

At the party, there were many snacks to choose from.

an object that has a handle with a shallow bowl at one end that is used for eating, serving, or stirring food

He used a measuring spoon to add spices to the recipe.

a big and wild animal from the same family as dogs that hunts for food in groups

The gray wolf, known for its distinctive howls, is a symbol of the wild.

a meal with fine food, typically for many people, celebrating a special event

The royal wedding was followed by a lavish feast.

an occasion when a person drinks or eats excessively

Her weekend binges on junk food left her feeling guilty and sluggish on Monday mornings.

to eat excessively, especially to the point that makes one feel sick or uncomfortable

to eat greedily and in large quantities

After fasting all day, she decided to gorge on a hearty meal at the buffet, savoring each dish.

to put something in a container or storage after using it, especially to keep it safe or for future use

After a week in the woods, we began to pack away our tents and camping equipment.

a farm animal that has short legs, a curly tail, and a fat body, typically raised for its meat

I watched as the pig rooted around in the dirt for food.

to eat or drink noisily by inhaling a liquid or soft food, such as soup or noodles, often with a distinctive, impolite sound

He couldn't help but slurp his noodles loudly, causing a few raised eyebrows in the restaurant.