음식을 조금씩 갉아먹거나 자주 조금씩 먹다
to take small bites of food, often repeatedly or between meals
예문:
"The mouse nibbled a hole through the cheese."
"He sat by the fire, nibbling on a biscuit."
신체 부위 등을 살짝 깨물거나 초조하게 물어뜯다
to bite something gently or nervously, especially a part of the body
예문:
"She nibbled her fingernails while waiting for the results."
"The kitten nibbled my ear as I held it."
시간이 지남에 따라 무언가를 조금씩 줄이거나 잠식하다
to gradually reduce or erode something over time
예문:
"Monthly subscription fees can nibble away at your budget."
"The sea continues to nibble at the cliffs every year."
제안이나 프로젝트에 대해 조심스럽게 관심을 보이다
to show cautious or preliminary interest in a project or offer
예문:
"A few investors are nibbling at the new tech startup."
"The publisher is finally nibbling at my book proposal."
한 번 물어뜯는 아주 적은 양의 음식
a very small bite or a tiny amount of food
예문:
"He took a tiny nibble of the chocolate bar."
"I only want a nibble to see how it tastes."
음료와 함께 또는 식전에 제공되는 가벼운 간식
small savory snacks typically served with drinks or before a meal
예문:
"We provided some savory nibbles for the party guests."
"I'm looking for some healthy nibbles to eat at work."
물고기가 낚싯줄을 살짝 건드리는 반응
a slight pull on a fishing line by a fish
예문:
"I felt a strong nibble on my line and pulled hard."
"There hasn't been a single nibble all morning."