英语词汇“nibble”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

Example Sentences

Verb We nibbled cheese and crackers. We nibbled on some cheese and crackers before dinner. Noun He felt a nibble on his fishing line. They served some delicious nibbles before dinner.

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

After her elaborate preparations, my mother would nibble on whatever was left on the cores and pits by the sink before joining us at the table.

Connie Wang, refinery29.com, 7 Sep. 2022 For the full experience, serve it with warm pita, feta and fresh herbs to nibble on between spoonfuls.

Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2022 Yellow jackets hunt caterpillars, grubs and will even nibble your burger for sustenance.

Bethany Brookshire, Good Housekeeping, 18 June 2022 And China is likely to be playing the long game, analysts said, using its gray zone tactics to nibble away at US influence gradually.

Brad Lendon, CNN, 10 June 2022 Food Since this party centers around the television and not the table, keep the food easy to eat so everyone can nibble while watching the show and catching up with friends.

Aly Walansky, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2021 And like any good Italian household, there’s always a little something to nibble on.

Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2021 Keep this arrangement where your furry friends can't nibble on it—poinsettia leaves can be toxic to pets.

Natalie Dayton, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2021 This is for dark chocolate lovers and people who prefer to nibble on chocolate, which is not me.

Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 24 Nov. 2021

Noun

Bavarian tavern snack: Some longtime Wisconsin taverns and supper clubs still offer patrons a free nibble of crackers and cheese, and the cheese spreads pay homage mostly to cheddar.

Mary Bergin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 22 Sep. 2020 Drinks were modeled after the four elements—Air, Earth, Fire, and Water—and enjoyed before guests moved into the ballroom for delectable and warming nibbles such as truffle lobster risotto and the signature chicken pie.

Vogue, 30 Nov. 2018 He was even permitted a few nibbles of the grass lawn.

oregonlive, 2 May 2020 Stores are looking closely at developing curbside-pickup-delivery initiatives, so the toothpick-spearing days for a nibble of diced cheese, cube of meat or dessert cup with tiny plastic spoon are in the past to stay.

Marc Bona, cleveland, 26 Apr. 2020 Some smelled it, licked it, or took tiny nibbles around the edges.

Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 21 Jan. 2020 From the welcoming glass of Krug champagne to the final nibble of Indian sweets from Masala Munchies, guests were treated to a three-course dinner that showcased Houston's cultural diversity.

Greg Morago, Houston Chronicle, 5 Oct. 2019 Frilly tea, please Just about now, who doesn’t want to go escape somewhere with friends, yummy nibbles and butterflies on your plate?Neiman Marcus is bringing high tea to its Zodiac Room in its Downtown Dallas store.

Maria Halkias, Dallas News, 5 Mar. 2020 Just remember that any plant can cause stomach upset and vomiting if your pet nibbles on it, so keep an eye on your pets with all your indoor plants and indoor trees.

Arricca Elin Sansone, Country Living, 24 Jan. 2020 See More

单词	nibble
释义	nibble 1 of 2 verb nib·ble ˈni-bəl nibbled; nibbling ˈni-b(ə-)liŋ transitive verb 1 a : to bite gently b : to eat or chew in small bits 2 : to take away bit by bit waves nibbling the shore intransitive verb 1 : to take gentle, small, or cautious bites also : snack 2 : to deal with something as if by nibbling nibbler ˈni-b(ə-)lər noun nibble 2 of 2 noun 1 : an act of nibbling 2 : a very small quantity or portion (as of food) also : snack 3 : a tentative expression of interest Synonyms Verb peck pick Noun bite morsel mouthful nugget taste tidbit titbit See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb We nibbled cheese and crackers. We nibbled on some cheese and crackers before dinner. Noun He felt a nibble on his fishing line. They served some delicious nibbles before dinner. Recent Examples on the Web Verb After her elaborate preparations, my mother would nibble on whatever was left on the cores and pits by the sink before joining us at the table. Connie Wang, refinery29.com, 7 Sep. 2022 For the full experience, serve it with warm pita, feta and fresh herbs to nibble on between spoonfuls. Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2022 Yellow jackets hunt caterpillars, grubs and will even nibble your burger for sustenance. Bethany Brookshire, Good Housekeeping, 18 June 2022 And China is likely to be playing the long game, analysts said, using its gray zone tactics to nibble away at US influence gradually. Brad Lendon, CNN, 10 June 2022 Food Since this party centers around the television and not the table, keep the food easy to eat so everyone can nibble while watching the show and catching up with friends. Aly Walansky, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2021 And like any good Italian household, there’s always a little something to nibble on. Kareem Rashed, Robb Report, 14 Dec. 2021 Keep this arrangement where your furry friends can't nibble on it—poinsettia leaves can be toxic to pets. Natalie Dayton, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2021 This is for dark chocolate lovers and people who prefer to nibble on chocolate, which is not me. Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 24 Nov. 2021 Noun Bavarian tavern snack: Some longtime Wisconsin taverns and supper clubs still offer patrons a free nibble of crackers and cheese, and the cheese spreads pay homage mostly to cheddar. Mary Bergin, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 22 Sep. 2020 Drinks were modeled after the four elements—Air, Earth, Fire, and Water—and enjoyed before guests moved into the ballroom for delectable and warming nibbles such as truffle lobster risotto and the signature chicken pie. Vogue, 30 Nov. 2018 He was even permitted a few nibbles of the grass lawn. oregonlive, 2 May 2020 Stores are looking closely at developing curbside-pickup-delivery initiatives, so the toothpick-spearing days for a nibble of diced cheese, cube of meat or dessert cup with tiny plastic spoon are in the past to stay. Marc Bona, cleveland, 26 Apr. 2020 Some smelled it, licked it, or took tiny nibbles around the edges. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 21 Jan. 2020 From the welcoming glass of Krug champagne to the final nibble of Indian sweets from Masala Munchies, guests were treated to a three-course dinner that showcased Houston's cultural diversity. Greg Morago, Houston Chronicle, 5 Oct. 2019 Frilly tea, please Just about now, who doesn’t want to go escape somewhere with friends, yummy nibbles and butterflies on your plate?Neiman Marcus is bringing high tea to its Zodiac Room in its Downtown Dallas store. Maria Halkias, Dallas News, 5 Mar. 2020 Just remember that any plant can cause stomach upset and vomiting if your pet nibbles on it, so keep an eye on your pets with all your indoor plants and indoor trees. Arricca Elin Sansone, Country Living, 24 Jan. 2020 See More Word History Etymology Verb origin unknown First Known Use Verb 15th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Noun circa 1525, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing nibble nibble (away) at nibble (away) at Kids Definition nibble 1 of 2 verb nib·ble ˈni-bəl nibbled; nibbling : to bite or chew gently or bit by bit nibble 2 of 2 noun : a very small amount nibble 1 of 2 noun as in bite a small piece or quantity of food I don't want a whole dessert, so can I just have a nibble of yours? Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance bite mouthful taste snack morsel tidbit nugget chew titbit bit nosh gulp lick appetizer canapé swallow snip dribble crumb noisette touch pinch shred medallion sprinkling lap dash drop hint collop smidgen snippet spot fleck nubbin mote dab swig scrap speck scruple smidgin particle smidgeon suspicion tittle smidge hors d'oeuvre trace driblet nibble 2 of 2 verb 1 as in to snack to eat reluctantly and in small bites having no real appetite at all, I just nibbled during the party Synonyms & Similar Words snack peck graze nosh pick taste Antonyms & Near Antonyms gorge swill overeat gormandize pig out 2 as in to chew to crush or grind with the teeth nibbling crackers Synonyms & Similar Words chew eat munch masticate chaw snack consume snack nosh bite (on) champ gnaw (on) swallow crunch (on) chomp (on) devour ruminate sink one's teeth into scoff wolf gulp ingest scarf nip gorge mumble gum gobble (up or down) pick (at) peck (at) bolt 3 as in to eat to consume or wear away gradually discovered that inflation had steadily nibbled their savings Synonyms & Similar Words eat erode gnaw corrode bite (at) destroy fret decompose disintegrate ruin dissolve decimate waste wreck break up break down devastate Antonyms & Near Antonyms refresh freshen regenerate recreate restore revive rejuvenate revitalize renew refreshen See More
随便看	phragmitesses phragmocone phragmocones phragmoconic phragmocyttarous phragmoid Phragmophora phragmoplast phragmoplasts phragmosis phragmosome phragmospore phragmosporous phrasable phrasal phrasal verb phrasaler phrasalest phrasaller phrasallest phrasally phrase phrase book phrase marker phrase structure

nibble

verb

noun

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Word History

Phrases Containing nibble

Kids Definition

verb

noun

noun

verb