Nugget: meaning, definitions and examples

Common in informal conversation, usually in relation to food, especially chicken, or to describe a small valuable piece of information.

• She found a golden nugget in the river
• Can I have some chicken nuggets for dinner? He shared a little nugget of wisdom

Used to describe a thick or large piece of something, not limited to food. Can sometimes imply a rough or uneven cut.

• He took a large chunk of bread
• The book contains a substantial chunk of valuable information

Describes small portions of food that can be eaten in one bite, often used in recipes or food descriptions.

• Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces
• The snack tray had various bite-sized pieces of fruit and cheese

Refers to a small, often delicious piece of food. Can also be used figuratively to describe a small amount of something desirable.

• She savored every morsel of the chocolate
• He could only give her a morsel of his attention, as he was very busy

Duplicate entry. Refer to the first definition.

Typically used to describe something or someone that is precious, rare, or of great value. It can refer to both literal gemstones and metaphorically to people or things.

• Jenny is a real gem; she always helps everyone.
• He gave her a necklace with a beautiful sapphire gem.

Used to describe something or someone that is highly cherished or valuable, often implying a broader collection of valuables or significant emotional value.

• She discovered a hidden treasure in the attic.
• You are a treasure to our team.

Often used to denote something that is rare, valuable, and usually small. It can also signify wisdom or beautiful, insightful phrases.

• Her speech was filled with pearls of wisdom.
• He gave her a bracelet adorned with shimmering pearls.