bog in
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To start eating with gusto.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
Australian English
Examples
He closed the door and motioned them to a tray. `Bog in, it's all on the house.'
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To tackle a task vigorously.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To halt the progress of.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bog in” mean?
To start eating with gusto.
Is “bog in” formal or informal?
bog in is generally slang.