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Nibbling

/ˈnɪblɪŋ/

To eat with small, quick bites.

📖 Definitions of "Nibbling"

verb
  1. 1

    To eat with small, quick bites.

    "The rabbit nibbled at the lettuce."

  2. 2

    To bite lightly.

    "He nibbled at my neck and made me shiver."

  3. 3

    To consume gradually.

  4. 4

    To find fault; to cavil.

noun
  1. 1

    The act or sound of one who nibbles.

  2. 2

    A small adjustment or encroachment.

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