overfeeding

[US]/[ˈəʊvərˈfiːdɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈoʊvərˈfiːdɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.The act of feeding someone or something too much.; The practice of giving animals more food than they need.
v.To feed someone or something too much.

Phrases & Collocations

overfeeding problem

prevent overfeeding

overfeeding risks

avoid overfeeding

overfeeding can

overfeeding leads

overfeeding symptoms

overfeeding causes

stopped overfeeding

overfeeding effects

Example Sentences

the vet warned us about the dangers of overfeeding our puppy.

overfeeding can lead to obesity and related health problems in cats.

we need to stop overfeeding the fish; the tank is getting murky.

parents should be mindful of not overfeeding their children processed foods.

the consequences of overfeeding livestock can be detrimental to the environment.

she worried about overfeeding her horse during the winter months.

overfeeding the birds bread isn't good for their long-term health.

the shelter staff cautioned against overfeeding the rescue animals.

he realized he'd been overfeeding his hamster, noticing its larger size.

overfeeding can create a cycle of begging and dependence in pets.

the farmer was concerned about overfeeding his cattle with expensive grain.

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