English · Phrasal verb Attested

chow down

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

To eat, especially to eat vigorously.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Ăn, đặc biệt là ăn mạnh mẽ

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Where it’s used: Used American English

We're all famished; it's time to chow down.

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).

Common questions

What does “chow down” mean?

To eat, especially to eat vigorously.

Is “chow down” formal or informal?

chow down is generally informal.

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