elnyökhoz

elnyökhoz is a Hungarian word that translates to "to devour" or "to swallow whole" in English. It is a verb that describes the act of consuming something rapidly and completely, often with a sense of great hunger or eagerness. The word can be used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Literally, elnyökhoz can refer to an animal eating its prey quickly, or a person consuming a large meal without chewing properly. For example, one might say "A farkas elnyökhozta a nyulat" (The wolf devoured the rabbit). Figuratively, it can describe the absorption of something into a larger entity or the overwhelming influence of a powerful force. For instance, "A város elnyökhozta a kis falut" (The city swallowed up the small village) suggests that the village lost its identity to the expanding city. Another figurative use could be "Az irigység elnyökhozta a józan eszét" (Envy devoured his common sense), indicating that envy completely overtook his ability to think rationally. The word carries a sense of completeness and often a lack of control on the part of the one being "elnyökhozott". It is a strong and evocative verb in the Hungarian language.