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Definition nibble in American English

nibble verb

verb
/ˈnɪb(ə)l/
1

to bite the surface of something gently several times

Example

The parrot was nibbling her ear.

Synonyms and related words
bite bite bite at
1.1

to eat something by taking a lot of small bites

Example

Sheep were nibbling the grass.

Example

Mel was nibbling on a chocolate cookie.

Synonyms and related words
bite bolt cannibalize
2

to show a slight interest in an offer or idea

Synonyms and related words
deal in wake up have something on the brain
Definition nibble in American English