- 1. Strategically consuming food for the sole purpose of preventing others from getting it. > Matt’s mother-in-law unexpectedly arrived with a delicious dinner immediately after Matt finished a 12-inch sub. In order to prevent his wife from getting the surprise meal, he used defensive eating to consume the additional food. Source: ecdict
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