pacman

/ˈpækˌmæn/

Definitions

1. noun

a fictional video game character created by Toru Igarashi, first appearing in the arcade game ‘Pac-Man’ in 1980.

“The kids love playing as Pac-Man in the classic arcade game.”

2. verb

to eat voraciously, especially in a way that is considered greedy or excessive.

“After watching the food commercials, I started pac-maning on the pizza.”

3. proper noun

a popular video game series created by Bandai Namco, including the original ‘Pac-Man’ and its many sequels and spin-offs.

“The Pac-Man series has been a staple of the gaming industry for decades.”

Synonyms

  • chomper
  • gobbler

Antonyms

  • discerning gourmand
  • fastidious eater