Feeding

Feeding, also called feederism in English, refers to a sexual preference or relationship practice in which deliberate feeding and often intentional weight gain are erotically charged. It usually involves a person who feeds and a person who is fed; depending on the form, the focus may be on enjoyment, control, care, or the sexual attraction of a particular body type. The meaning can range from a mild role-play element to a strong fixation on weight and body shape.

It is important to note that feeding can involve health risks, especially when excessive overeating or the deliberate promotion of obesity is part of the practice. Such behavior should not be trivialized; it requires consent, thoughtful agreements, and awareness of physical and psychological consequences. Terms such as feeder, feedee, gainer, or encourager are used in related communities, but they are not universally understood.