overfeed Synonyms
overfeed Meaning
Wordnet
overfeed (v)
feed excessively
Webster
overfeed (v. t. & i.)
To feed to excess; to surfeit.
overfeed Sentence Examples
- The veterinarian advised against overfeeding the dog, as it could lead to obesity and health problems.
- The farmer meticulously measured the feed portions to avoid overfeeding his livestock.
- The mother was concerned that she might be overfeeding her newborn baby.
- The pet owner was cautioned not to overfeed his cat, as it could contribute to urinary tract issues.
- The houseplants began to wilt and turn yellow due to overfeeding and lack of sunlight.
- Overfeeding the aquarium fish resulted in murky water and increased waste accumulation.
- The dietitian recommended reducing food intake to prevent overfeeding and weight gain.
- The company implemented portion control measures to combat employee overfeeding in the cafeteria.
- The overfeeding of wild animals disrupted the natural ecosystem and led to population imbalances.
- The gardener accidentally overfed the lawn fertilizer, causing the grass to burn and turn brown.
FAQs About the word overfeed
feed excessivelyTo feed to excess; to surfeit.
chow (down), glut,overeat, snack, dig in, dine out, nosh, mess, eat, gormandize
diet,diet,, fast,fast
The veterinarian advised against overfeeding the dog, as it could lead to obesity and health problems.
The farmer meticulously measured the feed portions to avoid overfeeding his livestock.
The mother was concerned that she might be overfeeding her newborn baby.
The pet owner was cautioned not to overfeed his cat, as it could contribute to urinary tract issues.
