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לזלול — meaning in English: gorge
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to overeat / to eat greedily
עקורים
akurim
מסוימים
mesuyamim
בפילוסופיה
befilosofia
ברעב
bera'av
לזלול
lizlol
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informal
common
Usage
Native speakers use the word 'לזלול' (lizlol) in informal contexts, often when discussing eating habits or food experiences. For example, you might hear it during a family gathering where everyone is indulging in a feast, or when friends joke about their eating habits after a big meal.
Synonyms & nuances
'לזלול' is often used to emphasize a lack of restraint in eating, while synonyms like 'לאכול' (le'echol), meaning 'to eat', don't carry the same connotation of excess. If you want to convey a sense of overwhelming passion for food, 'לזלול' is your go-to choice.
Culture
'לזלול' comes from a combination of roots that relate to eating greedily or excessively. In Israeli culture, where communal meals are a frequent occurrence, this word captures the joy and sometimes the guilt associated with indulging in food, reflecting the vibrant culinary landscape of the country.
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