Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

phagy

Noun
/ˈfeɪ.ɡi/
Definition
Phagy refers to the act of eating or consuming.
Examples
  • The term ‘autophagy’ refers to the process by which cells degrade and recycle cellular components.
  • In the animal kingdom, ‘sapro-pahgy’ describes organisms that feed on decaying matter.
Meaning
It is often used in biological contexts to describe different modes of feeding or dietary habits.
Synonyms
  • Consumption
  • Eating
  • Feeding