carb

1 of 3

noun (1)

ˈkärb 

slang

: carburetor

carb

2 of 3

noun (2)

ˈkärb 

variants or carbo

ˈkär-(ˌ)bō 

: carbohydrate

also : a high-carbohydrate food

—usually used in plural

carb-

3 of 3

combining form

variants or carbo-

: carbon : carbonic : carbonyl : carboxyl

carbide

carbohydrate

Examples of carb in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Grains like oats, farro, and quinoa are preferred over refined carbs, plain pastas, and white rice. —Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026

Pair it with nacho chips or swap in pickled jalapeños for a fresh take minus (some of) the carbs. —Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 June 2026

Prior research has found more than 70% of all ultraprocessed foods fit the definition of hyperpalatable — combinations of sugar, refined carbs, sodium and fat that are not found in nature. —Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 17 June 2026

For best results, the outlet recommends taking gummies about 30 to 60 minutes before workouts and pairing them with a small source of fast-acting carbs like fruit juice to boost uptake. —Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Combining form

French, from carbone

First Known Use

Noun (1)

circa 1942, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1965, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing carb

• low-carb

Medical Definition

carb

noun

ˈkärb 

variants or carbo

ˈkär-ˌbō 

: carbohydrate

also : a high-carbohydrate food

—usually used in plural