noun
definition
A small, quick bite taken with the front teeth.
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(in the plural, nibbles) Small snacks such as crisps/potato chips or nuts, often eaten to accompany drinks.
verb
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To eat with small, quick bites.
example
The rabbit nibbled at the lettuce.
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To bite lightly.
example
He nibbled at my neck and made me shiver.
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To consume gradually.
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To find fault; to cavil.
noun
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A unit of memory equal to half a byte, or four bits.
Examples of nibbles in a Sentence
We were offered an aperitif in the lounge before lunch and were served a delicious kir along with olives, nuts and savory nibbles.
A cool retro chic bowl, perfect for your vintage chic or retro chic interior, also ideal for serving nibbles!
To make the fizz shine we shall also serve some delicious nibbles.
I think I took two tiny nibbles of a slice of bread.
Judy, Emma and Maggie provided wonderful nibbles and the wine flowed.
Since I work in a kitchen I cannot help myself to a few nibbles.
There will also be a cash prize quiz as usual and extra free nibbles!
Very soon Kate has put together a collection of sliced cold cuts and other nibbles and uncorked some wine.
Any one of these baits will almost guarantee at least a few nibbles if any fish are in the area.