snack

[snæk]

snack Definition

• 1. a small amount of food eaten between meals
• 2. a light meal that is eaten in a hurry or in a casual manner

Using snack: Examples

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

• Example

  I had a quick snack before the meeting.

• Example

  She always keeps a snack in her bag.

• Example

  He grabbed a snack from the vending machine.

• Example

  The party will have snacks and drinks.

snack Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for snack

• morsel
• nibble
• tidbit
• bite

Phrases with snack

• snack bar

  a place where snacks are sold, often in a public venue such as a cinema or sports stadium

  Example

  I bought some popcorn and a soda at the snack bar.

• snack time

  a designated time for eating a small meal or snack, especially in schools or for children

  Example

  It's almost snack time, so let's finish this activity quickly.

• snack attack

  a sudden and intense craving for snacks or junk food

  Example

  I had a snack attack last night and ended up eating a whole bag of chips.

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Summary: snack in Brief

A 'snack' [snæk] is a small amount of food eaten between meals or a light meal eaten in a hurry or casually. It can be a quick bite or a more substantial item, like a sandwich. Examples include 'I had a quick snack before the meeting.' and 'The party will have snacks and drinks.' 'Snack' also appears in phrases like 'snack bar,' where snacks are sold, and 'snack time,' a designated time for eating a small meal or snack.