bourrer

Bourrer is a French verb with several meanings, primarily revolving around the concept of filling something to capacity or overfilling.

One common meaning is to stuff or cram. This can apply to packing luggage, filling a container, or even overeating. For example, one might "bourrer sa valise" (stuff their suitcase) or "bourrer son estomac" (stuff their stomach).

Another usage relates to filling something tightly, often with a soft material. This can be seen in contexts like "bourrer un coussin" (to stuff a cushion) or "bourrer un matelas" (to stuff a mattress). In a more figurative sense, "bourrer" can also mean to fill with information, sometimes to the point of overload, such as "bourrer quelqu'un de travail" (to load someone with work).

In certain idiomatic expressions, "bourrer" takes on a more specific meaning. For instance, "bourrer de" can mean to bombard or overwhelm someone with something. Less commonly, it can refer to a simple action of filling or packing. The context in which the verb is used is crucial for determining its precise meaning.