1. the practice of force-feeding, especially of geese or ducks to produce foie gras
Usage: culinary
2. the administration of food or medicine through a tube passed into the stomach
Usage: medical

Examples

• The controversial practice of gavage is used to produce foie gras.
• Animal rights activists oppose gavage in duck farming.
• The patient required gavage due to difficulty swallowing.
• Gavage feeding helped the premature infant gain weight.
• The veterinarian used gavage to administer medication to the bird.
• Many countries have banned gavage for ethical reasons.