Engorge
verb
To fill or become filled with liquid, or to cause something to do this.
The rivers engorged with the autumn rains.
Often appears as...
- engorge with blood
- engorge with liquid
verb
To eat a lot or too much.
He engorged himself on chips and sweets.
Often appears as...
- engorge oneself
- engorge on food
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
verb
To fill or become filled with liquid, or to cause something to do this.
The rivers engorged with the autumn rains.
Often appears as...
- engorge with blood
- engorge with liquid
verb
To eat a lot or too much.
He engorged himself on chips and sweets.
Often appears as...
- engorge oneself
- engorge on food
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Effect
Used to describe a physical change, often involving swelling due to fluid accumulation.
After the bee sting, his arm rapidly engorged.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Negative
Can reference normal processes, such as parts of the body naturally engorging with blood.
His muscles engorged as he exercised, showcasing his vascular physique.
Pro Tip 3/3Can Be Temporary
The state of being engorged is usually temporary, not permanent.
The sponge engorged with water but soon dried out.
Compare with
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