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/mʌnʧ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
the act of munching; the sound made when chewing
The munch of the carrot was satisfying to hear.
verb
to chew food audibly and with a steady, often prolonged action
She sat on the porch, munching an apple.
to eat something in a noisy, casual manner
The kids munched on popcorn while watching the movie.
to consume something eagerly or with enjoyment
He munched through the entire bag of chips in one sitting.
Etymology
Middle English, possibly imitative of the sound of chewing.
Common Phrases and Expressions
munch on
To eat or snack on something.
munch down
To eat something quickly and with enthusiasm.
Related Words
crunch
To chew with a noisy sound, especially something hard.
snack
A small amount of food eaten between meals.
Slang Meanings
To munch on food or snacks in a casual manner.
I'm just munching on some popcorn while watching the movie.
To consume food with enthusiasm or enjoyment.
They were munching happily at the buffet.