Meaning of the word "chow down" in English

What does "chow down" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

chow down

US /ˈtʃaʊ daʊn/
UK /ˈtʃaʊ daʊn/

Phrasal Verb

to eat a lot of food, especially quickly or enthusiastically

Example:
After the long hike, we were ready to chow down on some burgers.
The kids always chow down on pizza on Friday nights.