Nibble

/ˈnɪb.əl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small bite or morsel of food.

He took a nibble of the cookie before deciding to eat the whole thing.

A small amount of something, particularly data or file size.

The program required a few nibbles of data to function properly.

verb

To take small bites or to eat something in small amounts.

The rabbit nibbled on the fresh carrots in the garden.

To show gradual interest or inclination towards something.

She began to nibble at the idea of moving to a new city for work.

From Middle English 'nibblen', likely imitates the sound of nibbling.

nibble away

To gradually diminish or wear something down.

nibble on

To eat something small, usually in a casual manner.

nibble at

To show a slight interest in something.

munch

To chew or eat something noisily.

bite

To use the teeth to cut into something.

snack

A small amount of food eaten between meals.

To flirt subtly or show mild interest.

He was nibbling at her during the party.

To take a small taste of something before deciding.

I just want to nibble it before I commit to buying.