nibble Synonyms

nibble Meaning

Wordnet

nibble (n)

a small byte

gentle biting

Wordnet

nibble (v)

bite off very small pieces

bite gently

eat intermittently; take small bites of

Webster

nibble (v. t.)

To bite by little at a time; to seize gently with the mouth; to eat slowly or in small bits.

To bite upon something gently or cautiously; to eat a little of a thing, as by taking small bits cautiously; as, fishes nibble at the bait.

Webster

nibble (n.)

A small or cautious bite.

nibble Sentence Examples

  1. The curious bunny nibbled cautiously at the tender carrot.
  2. I watched amused as the hamster nibbled vigorously on sunflower seeds.
  3. The squirrel nibbled contentedly on an acorn, its cheeks bulging.
  4. The child nibbled daintily on a cookie, savoring every bite.
  5. The horse nibbled gently at the grass, its teeth making a soft crunching sound.
  6. The mouse nibbled quietly at the cheese, its tiny claws barely visible.
  7. The dog nibbled affectionately at the owner's hand, expressing its love.
  8. The cat nibbled playfully at a feather, its tail twitching.
  9. The bird nibbled delicately at the bird feeder, enjoying its morning treat.
  10. I couldn't resist taking a nibble of the freshly baked bread, its aroma too tempting.

FAQs About the word nibble

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The curious bunny nibbled cautiously at the tender carrot.

I watched amused as the hamster nibbled vigorously on sunflower seeds.

The squirrel nibbled contentedly on an acorn, its cheeks bulging.

The child nibbled daintily on a cookie, savoring every bite.