NIBBLING Meaning and
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Nibbling is a verb that refers to the act of taking small bites or eating in a delicate and dainty manner. It typically involves biting off small pieces of food with the front teeth, usually done repetitively or intermittently. Nibbling is often associated with taking small bites or grazing on snacks or finger foods instead of consuming a full meal. This term can also be used to describe the way certain animals, like rodents or rabbits, eat by taking small, gentle bites.
In a broader context, the term nibbling can also refer to engaging in small actions or making incremental progress towards a larger goal. It implies a slow and cautious approach, often taking small steps at a time. Nibbling can be seen as a strategy to accomplish something gradually, without rushing or making significant changes all at once.
Additionally, nibbling can also be used to describe the playful and gentle biting or nipping done by animals or even humans, usually as a form of affection or light teasing. This version of nibbling is often associated with exploring or testing one's environment, or simply expressing endearment.
In summary, nibbling is a versatile term that encompasses the act of delicately biting or eating small bites of food, making incremental progress in achieving a goal, and indulging in playful affectionate biting.
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• Biting or feeding by nibbles.
• A little bite; act of one who nibbles.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of NIBBLING
The word "nibbling" originally comes from the Old English word "hnepelian" which means "to gnaw or nibble". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "hnappōną", meaning "to bite or snap". The word has undergone several changes throughout history, including Middle English "nebelen" and "nebeling", both meaning "to nibble". Over time, it has evolved into its present form, "nibbling", which refers to taking small and repeated bites or nibbles of something.
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Conjugate verb Nibbling
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