1 C1 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."
inseparable
pork out
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
To eat a very large amount of food in one sitting, especially unhealthy food.
In plain English
To eat way too much food at once, especially junk food.
What does "pork out" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
The word 'pork' (pig meat) evokes the image of eating like a pig; 'out' intensifies the action — suggesting excessive indulgence.
Actually means
To eat way too much food at once, especially junk food.
Usage tip
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.
Words that pair with "pork out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
junk food pizza chips watching TV night fridge
How to conjugate "pork out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
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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