n.
Pronunciation: bü- ' l ē -m ē - ə , byü-, - ' li-
Function: noun
Etymology: New Latin, from Greek boulimia great hunger, from bou-, augmentative prefix (fr. bous head of cattle) + limos hunger ― more at COW
Date: 14th century
1 : an abnormal and constant craving for food
2 : a serious eating disorder that occurs chiefly in females, is characterized by compulsive overeating usually followed by self-induced vomiting or laxative or diuretic abuse, and is often accompanied by guilt and depression ― called also bulimia nervosa
– bu · lim · ic \ - ' l ē -mik, - ' li- \ adjective or noun