Wolfed

The past tense of 'wolf,' meaning to eat (food) quickly and greedily, often in large portions. It implies a lack of restraint and often a sense of urgency or desperation in the consumption. The action emphasizes the speed and quantity of the eating process rather than the enjoyment of the food's taste or texture. It can also figuratively describe the rapid assimilation of information or the swift completion of a task with intense focus. The term often implies a ravenous appetite or a rushed state of mind.

Wolfed meaning with examples

• After the long hike, the hungry hikers wolfed down the sandwiches their guide provided. They devoured the food with incredible speed, barely stopping to chew. The ravenous hunger made them quickly empty their plates, longing for another round.
• He was so late for work, he wolfed his breakfast down, barely tasting his eggs and toast. He had no time to savor the meal and sped through it just to ensure he got to work on time and not be in trouble. His rush was apparent.
• During the exam, she wolfed through the questions, desperate to finish within the time limit. This fast pace was a result of her lack of time and preparation. Even after her answer was written she continued on to her next question.
• The dog, deprived of food all day, wolfed his dinner as soon as it was set down. He had waited for what seemed like an eternity and at that time the wait was worth it. Each kibble vanished like a magical feat.