nibbles

We have found lemma(root) word of nibbles : nibble.

Definitions


[ˈnɪbl], (Verb)

Definitions:
- take small bites out of
(e.g: he nibbled a biscuit)

- show cautious interest in a commercial opportunity
(e.g: there's an American agent nibbling)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 15th century: probably of Low German or Dutch origin; compare with Low German nibbeln ‘gnaw’


[ˈnɪbl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an act or instance of nibbling
(e.g: I'm distracted by a nibble on my line)

- a show of interest in a commercial opportunity
(e.g: I had been trying to unload my apartment for weeks without even a nibble)


Phrases:

Origin:
late 15th century: probably of Low German or Dutch origin; compare with Low German nibbeln ‘gnaw’




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