binge vs binge eating

binge

• A short period of excessive consumption, especially of food, alcohol, narcotics, etc. 

• A compressed period of an activity done in excess, such as watching a television show. 

• To engage in a short period of excessive consumption, especially of excessive alcohol consumption. 

binge eating

• The consumption of a large amount of food in a relatively short time; often as a symptom of bulimia