nibble Definition
- 1to take small bites or nibbles, especially at food
- 2to bite something gently and repeatedly
- 3to show a slight interest in something
Using nibble: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nibble" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She nibbled on a piece of cheese.
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The fish nibbled at the bait.
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He nibbled at the idea but didn't commit to it.
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She nibbled her lower lip nervously.
nibble Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with nibble
Example
The constant criticism began to nibble away at her confidence.
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The new policy only nibbles at the edges of the problem, but doesn't address the root cause.
to whisper sweet nothings into someone's ear, often in a romantic or flirtatious manner
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He nibbled on her ear and whispered how much he loved her.
Origins of nibble
from Middle English 'nybble', meaning 'to gnaw'
Summary: nibble in Brief
The verb 'nibble' [ˈnɪbl] means to take small bites or nibbles, often at food, or to show a slight interest in something. It can also mean to bite something gently and repeatedly. 'Nibble' is used in phrases like 'nibble away at something,' which means to gradually reduce or erode something, and 'nibble at the edges,' which means to deal with a problem superficially. 'Nibble on the ear' is a romantic or flirtatious gesture.
