verb
binge-watch
BINJ-woch
Binge-watch (verb) means to watch many episodes of a television series one after another, usually in a single sitting or over a very short period. Example: “We binge-watched the whole season in a weekend.”
verb
1
informal To watch many episodes of a television series one after another, usually in a single sitting or over a very short period.
"We binge-watched the whole season in a weekend."
"She binge-watches cookery shows whenever she is ill."
noun
1
informal A session of watching many episodes in a row.
"A three-day binge-watch left him with square eyes."
How to use binge-watch
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWatching lots of episodes of a show in one go.
When to use it
Informal but now completely mainstream, including in journalism about streaming.
Memory tip
Both binge-watch and binge watch appear in print; the hyphenated form is the more usual spelling for the verb.
Trace the full origin ↓
Easily confused with
Common pairings
binge-watch a series
binge-watch the whole season
weekend binge-watch
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like binge-watch.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
We _____ the whole season in a weekend.
Etymology
A compound of binge, meaning a bout of excessive indulgence, and watch.
Synonyms
View more →Related words
Frequently asked questions
Is it binge watch or binge-watch?
Both spellings are in use and neither is wrong, but the hyphenated binge-watch is the more common form and is what most style guides prefer. The past tense is binge-watched.
How many episodes count as binge-watching?
There is no fixed number, but research and everyday usage usually put it at two or three episodes or more in one sitting. The idea is continuous viewing rather than waiting for a weekly release.
What is the meaning of binge-watch?
"binge-watch" (verb) means to watch many episodes of a television series one after another, usually in a single sitting or over a very short period.
What is another word for binge-watch?
Other words for "binge-watch" include marathon, stream through, devour.
