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nibble

The correct spelling is nibble.

How to pronounce nibble

noun

IPA: /ˈnɪbəl/

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The correct spelling is nibble. A small, quick bite taken with the front teeth. For example: "The rabbit nibbled at the lettuce."

Usage Examples

The rabbit nibbled at the lettuce.

He nibbled at my neck and made me shiver.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A small, quick bite taken with the front teeth.
  2. 2.(in the plural, nibbles) Small snacks such as crisps/potato chips or nuts, often eaten to accompany drinks.
  3. 3.A unit of memory equal to half a byte, or four bits.

verb

  1. 1.To eat with small, quick bites.
  2. 2.To bite lightly.
  3. 3.To consume gradually.
  4. 4.To find fault; to cavil.

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