nibble at something Definition

nibble
verb, tr & intr nibbled, nibbling

1. To take very small bites of something; to eat a little at a time.

Thesaurus: nip, gnaw, bite, munch, peck, snack.
2. To bite gently.

noun

1. A small bite of something, especially food

Thesaurus: bit, bite, morsel, peck, crumb, taste, tidbit, piece.

Derivative: nibbler
noun

Derivative: nibbling
noun

Derivative: nibblingly
adverb

Etymology: 16c.

Phrasal Verb: nibble at something

To nibble it.To show cautious interest in (a proposal, etc).