Snacking: meaning, definitions and examples

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snacking

 

[ หˆsnรฆkษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

eating habit

Snacking refers to the act of eating small portions of food between regular meals. It is a common behavior and can involve a wide variety of foods, including fruits, nuts, chips, or sweets. Many people snack for a quick energy boost or to satisfy cravings.

Synonyms

grazing, munching, nibbling

Examples of usage

  • I enjoy snacking on fruits during the afternoon.
  • He was snacking while watching his favorite movie.
  • Snacking can help tide you over until dinner time.

Translations

Translations of the word "snacking" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น petiscar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคถเฅเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Snacking

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ snacking

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะตะบัƒั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przekฤ…szanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒŠใƒƒใ‚ญใƒณใ‚ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท grignotage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ picoteo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท atฤฑลŸtฤฑrmalฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šค๋‚ต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุฌุจุฉ ุฎููŠูุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ snacking

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ snacking

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้›ถ้ฃŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ prigrizek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ snacking

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถาฑะผัะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒœแƒ”แƒฅแƒ˜แƒœแƒ’แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ snacking

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ snack

Etymology

The word 'snack' dates back to the late 14th century, originating from the Middle English word 'snacche', which meant a quick bite or a light meal. The roots of 'snacche' can be traced further back to the Old Norse word 'snakkr', meaning to bite or chew. Over centuries, the term evolved to include various types of small, casual meals and food items that are consumed without a formal setting. The concept of snacking has grown increasingly prevalent in modern societies, often viewed as a way to keep energy levels up throughout the day. In recent decades, it has also developed into a significant market segment in the food industry, with countless options available. Today, snacks range from healthy choices like vegetables and hummus to indulgent treats like candy and pastries.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,926 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.