- In this situation, the word porn has the same original meaning except instead of enjoying looking at people, the viewer enjoys looking at good food. Again, food porn is similar to porn in that there are various types of forms available. There are websites that compile pictures of different dishes and there are also magazines. In addition, television shows that about cooking or food in general are also counted other forms of food porn. The words seems to not be used much in the spoken language, probably because of the taboo on porn, but it is commonly used online.
food porn
noun; other word formation type
Pictures of delicious food or television shows that showcase food.
Etymology : Broadening of the word porn. Porn is combined with the word food to separate it from the original meaning of porn.
Source : "I'm so hungry. All I want to do is look at some food porn." - someone's facebook status
Last modified: 3 December 2011