chow down
To eat a lot of food, usually quickly and with great enjoyment
Meanings
To eat a meal eagerly and with a healthy appetite, often in a relaxed or celebratory setting
"After the long hike, we sat around the campfire and chowed down on hotdogs and marshmallows."
"It's time to chow down."
— Common phrase used in US military culture and popularized in American TV and film
To eat a large quantity of a specific food (followed by 'on')
"The kids were chowing down on chips and salsa while watching the game."
Primarily American English. Very informal — not appropriate for formal situations. Often used in the context of a big meal, a barbecue, or any occasion where people are eating enthusiastically. Can be followed by 'on' to specify what is being eaten: 'chow down on pizza'.
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