pork out
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To eat way too much food at once, especially junk food.
Literal meaning: The word 'pork' (pig meat) evokes the image of eating like a pig; 'out' intensifies the action — suggesting excessive indulgence.
Meanings
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idiomatic
slang
To eat a large, excessive amount of food, especially in an indulgent and unhealthy way.
"We really porked out last night — we ate two whole pizzas and a tub of ice cream."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Informal American slang, less common than 'pig out'. Has a slightly self-deprecating or humorous tone. Not appropriate in formal or professional contexts. Used mainly in casual conversation among friends.
Commonly used with
junk food pizza chips watching TV night fridge
Forms
Base
pork out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
porks out
he/she/it
Past simple
porked out
yesterday
Past participle
porked out
have + pp
-ing form
porking out
continuous
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