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

This is due to the complex carbs, fiber, protein, and healthy fats in the snack. — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 8 Aug. 2026

For someone following a 2,000-calorie diet, that might look like a macro breakdown of 40% carbs, 30% protein, and 30% fat. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 7 Aug. 2026

These foods often contain refined starches, which can spike blood sugar, leading to crashes that make kids crave more high-carb snacks. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Aug. 2026

Bowls come bento-style, with little compartments for carbs, meat and vegetables. — Matthew Geiger, Denver Post, 30 July 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