noun
competitive eater
Wasei-eigo from 'food fighter'; refers to a person who participates in eating competitions, often as a professional or enthusiast.
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from food fighter
彼は有名なフードファイターで、大食い大会で何度も優勝している。
He is a famous competitive eater who has won many eating contests.
Variant with interpunct, sometimes seen in titles or stylized writing.
Refers to eating a large amount or a person who eats a lot, but not necessarily in a competitive context.
Wasei-eigo from English 'food fighter', coined in Japan to describe a competitive eater.