transcription, транскрипция: [ bü-ˈlē-mē-ə, byü-, -ˈli- ]
noun
Etymology: New Latin, from Greek boulimia great hunger, from bou-, augmentative prefix (from 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 -ˈlē-mik, -ˈli- adjective or noun