'binge-watch' originates from the English word 'binge,' which meant 'a period of excessive indulgence,' and 'watch,' meaning 'to look at or observe attentively.'

'binge' was used in the 19th century to describe excessive drinking, and 'watch' has been used since Old English. The combination 'binge-watch' emerged in the 21st century with the rise of streaming services.

Initially, 'binge' referred to excessive drinking, but now it is used more broadly to describe any excessive activity, including watching TV.