(Buddhism, Chinese folk religion) A type of supernatural being, condemned to desire more than it can consume. Often depicted with large belly and tiny mouth.

(informal) To maintain a strong motivation to achieve or compete; to avoid complacency.

(idiomatic) Having a strong desire for power. / (electronics) Of a device, using or requiring a lot of electrical power.

present participle of go hungry

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of go hungry

simple past tense of go hungry

To miss a meal.

past participle of go hungry

Alternative form of I'm hungry

(simile) ravenously hungry