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Meaning of the word nibble in English

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nibble

US /ˈnɪb.əl/
UK /ˈnɪb.əl/
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Verb

1.

take small bites out of (something)

Example:
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The rabbit began to nibble on the carrot.
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She would often nibble on a piece of chocolate while working.
Synonym:
peckgrazesnackpick at
2.

show slight interest in a proposal or offer

Example:
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The client seemed to nibble at the idea of a new marketing campaign.
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Investors are starting to nibble at the company's shares.
Synonym:
show interesttake an interestrespond to

Noun

1.

a small bite or a small amount of food

Example:
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He took a small nibble of the cookie.
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The fish gave a gentle nibble on the bait.
Synonym:
bitemorselsnacktaste
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