Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gavage
noun
/ɡəˈvæʒ/
Definition
The process of feeding a person or animal through a tube directly into the stomach.
Examples
- The veterinarian used gavage to ensure that the sick bird received proper nutrition.
- In some culinary practices, gavage is utilized to produce foie gras.
Meaning
Gavage is commonly used in certain medical or agricultural situations to provide nutrients when the individual is unable to eat normally.
Synonyms
- Tube feeding
- Force feeding
