Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-munchies

Noun

/ðə ˈmʌn.tʃiz/

Definition

A slang term describing a sudden feeling of hunger, often associated with the consumption of cannabis.

Examples

After smoking, I always get the munchies and raid the fridge for chips and cookies.
He had the munchies so bad that he ordered a whole pizza by himself.
During the movie night, everyone complained about having the munchies and wanted to order more snacks.

Meaning

The munchies typically refer to an insatiable craving for snacks or food following marijuana use, although it can also refer to any uncontrollable hunger pangs.