Definition

To eat a small amount of food between meals, often quickly or casually.

Example

I like to snack on fruits when I'm feeling hungry between meals.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I usually snack when I'm watching TV in the evening.

Same here! What do you like to snack on?

I love popcorn, it's the perfect light treat.

Totally! I can't resist a good snack like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A small amount of food eaten between meals or as a light meal.

Example

I like to have a snack in the afternoon when I feel hungry.

Conversation

I'm feeling a bit hungry, do you want to grab a snack?

Sure! What do you have in mind?

How about some chips or maybe a fruit snack?

Root Explanation

Snack → The word originates from Middle English *snacque*, meaning to bite or to snap. It refers to a small portion of food that is eaten quickly, often between meals.

Memory Tip

Think of a quick 'bite' or 'snap' of food when you hear 'snack' — it helps you remember that a snack is something you eat quickly.

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