Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

refeed

verb

/rɪˈfiːd/

Definition

To provide additional food or nutrients after a period of restriction or deprivation.

Examples

After completing the diet, she decided to refeed her body with nutritious meals.
The doctor recommended a gradual refeed to help restore the patient’s strength.
Many athletes include a refeed day in their training plan to boost energy levels.

Meaning

Refeeding is commonly used in contexts such as dieting, recovery from malnutrition, or during certain fitness regimens where an individual increases their caloric intake after a period of eating less.