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Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Nibble
to eat something in small bites or amounts
Definitions
- to eat something in small bites or amounts, often in a casual or tentative way
- * to bite or chew on something gently or repeatedly
- * to erode or wear something away gradually
Etymology of Nibble
The word "nibble" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with the Old English word "hnibbian" and the Middle English word "nibben" both meaning to bite or gnaw
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of eating in small amounts or biting on something
Example Uses
- The rabbit began to nibble on the fresh lettuce leaves
- * She liked to nibble on crackers while watching TV
- * The mice started to nibble on the wires, causing damage to the computer
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
gobble
devour
gulp
swallow
eat
consume
ingest
digest
absorb
gorge
feast
binge
overeat
stuff
cram
bolt
wolf
ravage
destroy
demolish
annihilate