nibbling

[ˈnɪblɪŋ]

nibbling Definition

  • 1the action of biting something gently and repeatedly with the front teeth
  • 2eating small amounts of food by taking small bites

Using nibbling: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nibbling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rabbit was nibbling on a carrot.

  • Example

    She was nibbling on some crackers while watching TV.

  • Example

    He was nibbling at his food, not really hungry.

nibbling Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nibbling

Phrases with nibbling

  • gradually reducing or eroding something

    Example

    The constant rain was nibbling away at the cliff face.

  • showing interest in something, especially in a cautious or tentative way

    Example

    The company was nibbling at the bait, but they weren't ready to make a commitment yet.

  • kissing or whispering sweet nothings into someone's ear

    Example

    He leaned in and started nibbling on her ear, making her giggle.

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Summary: nibbling in Brief

The term 'nibbling' [ˈnɪblɪŋ] refers to the gentle biting of something with the front teeth or eating small amounts of food by taking small bites. It can be used to describe animals eating or people snacking, as in 'The rabbit was nibbling on a carrot.' 'Nibbling' also extends into phrases like 'nibbling away at something,' meaning gradually reducing or eroding something.