Meaning of pack on the pounds | Babel Free

Definitions

To gain weight, especially as a result of vigorous or excessive eating.

colloquial

Examples

“For growing youngsters, this marvelous nourishment helps pack on the pounds, adds inches to height.”

“One can stick to low cholesterol foods, yet eat such quantities as to pack on the pounds.”

“Not only are married people more likely to become obese than those who are just dating, but young people who move in with a boyfriend or girlfriend tend to pack on the pounds too.”

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