nibble

US /ˈnɪb.əl/
UK /ˈnɪb.əl/
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1.

take small bites out of (something)

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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.
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peckgrazesnackpick at
2.

show slight interest in a proposal or offer

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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.
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show interesttake an interestrespond to
1.

a small bite or a small amount of food

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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.
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bitemorselsnacktaste