Synonyms of engorge

Antonyms of engorge

Collocations of engorge

engorge with blood
Frequency: 70 %

The mosquito engorged itself with blood before flying away.

engorge on food
Frequency: 60 %

After hibernation, bears will engorge on food to prepare for winter.

engorge quickly
Frequency: 45 %

The snake can engorge quickly after a meal.

engorge the veins
Frequency: 35 %

The medication caused the patient's veins to engorge, leading to discomfort.

Idiomatic Expressions for engorge

  • Phrase: engorged with food
    Meaning: to be overly full or stuffed from eating too much
    Usage: After Thanksgiving dinner, I felt engorged with food.