B2verbfood
US/ˈnɪb.əl/
UK/ˈnɪb.əl/
to eat something by taking very small bites
In context
She just nibbled at her food because she was nervous.
Something has been nibbling the plants in my garden.
We nibbled on peanuts while we waited for the food.
Words that go with nibble
verb + preposition
- nibble onGuests nibbled on snacks before dinner.
- nibble atHe only nibbled at his sandwich.
verb + adverb
- nibble awayInflation is nibbling away at our savings.
adverb + verb
- gently nibbleLittle fish gently nibbled at my toes in the river.
verb + noun
- have a nibbleHave a nibble of this cheese.