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Scarfing Meaning in English

word · lemma: scarf

ˈskɑɹf
SKARF-ing
skˈɑːf
SKAHF-ing

Definition

To eat something very quickly and often in large amounts, usually because you are very hungry.

Usage & Nuances

"Scarfing" is informal and mostly used for eating, often with a sense of messiness or lack of manners. Synonyms: "wolfing down", "devouring", "inhaling" (slang). Not used for formal settings or polite eating.

Example Sentences

He is scarfing his dinner because he is late.

basic

The kids were scarfing cookies after school.

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We started scarfing pizza as soon as it arrived.

basic

Stop scarfing your food—slow down and enjoy it!

natural

Everyone was scarfing popcorn during the movie.

natural

I caught myself scarfing down my lunch at my desk again today.

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