Definition

A small piece of food or a small amount of something, often considered tasty or enjoyable.

Example

She offered me a morsel of cake after dinner.

Conversation

Did you try that new dessert at the café?

Yes, it was such a delightful morsel of chocolate goodness!

I knew you'd love it!

Absolutely, I could eat a hundred of those little morsels.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To break or share something into small pieces or portions.

Example

She decided to morsel the cake into smaller pieces for the guests.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that cake at the party yesterday?

Yes! It looked amazing, I wish I could have had a morsel.

I know right? I barely got a chance to taste it myself.

Root Explanation

Morsel → It originates from Old French *morsel*, which is a diminutive form of *mors* (meaning a bite or a piece). The word 'morsel' refers to a small piece or bite of food.

Memory Tip

Think of a small 'bite' ('mors') of food when you hear 'morsel' — it helps you remember that a morsel is a tiny piece of something to eat.

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