godan verb (-su), transitive verb
eat messily; eat untidily
Describes eating in a way that scatters food, leaves crumbs, or makes a mess. Often used for children or careless eating.
子供がクッキーを食い散らして、床が粉だらけだ。
The child ate the cookies messily, and the floor is covered in crumbs.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Eating small amounts from many different dishes, often leaving each partially eaten. Can imply a lack of focus or a grazing style of eating.
バイキングで色々な料理を食い散らした。
At the buffet, I ate a bit of everything.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
dabble in; try one's hand at various things
Metaphorical extension: to superficially try many different activities or fields without committing deeply to any. Often used with 手を出す or similar expressions.
彼は色んな趣味を食い散らしている。
He dabbles in all sorts of hobbies.