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

Overly restricting carbs may lead to low energy, digestive issues or nutrient gaps for some individuals. —Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 22 Mar. 2026

Greek yogurt, which is made when regular yogurt is strained to remove liquid whey, has a thicker consitence and more sour taste—along with a higher protien content plus less carbs and sugar. —Jahnavi Rapaka, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2026

Iceberg lettuces add crunch, texture, hydration, while subbing as carb-free buns. —Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Mar. 2026

While cutting refined carbs can be beneficial, quality carbohydrates provide essential energy, especially for people who exercise regularly. —Fred Sassani, Austin American Statesman, 19 Mar. 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