English · Food & Drink
nibble
/ˈnɪbəl/
[/ˈnɪbəl/]
take small bites of food
Intermediateverb
Definition
To eat something by taking small, gentle bites. It can also be a noun for a small bite or snack.
Example
She nibbled on a biscuit with her tea.
She nibbled on a biscuit with her tea.
Etymology
From Low German 'nibbelen' (to gnaw), of imitative origin.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for eating small amounts and for small snacks ('nibbles').