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 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

That said, a low-sugar diet can also be helpful and may be a better option for those who want to cut down on foods and drinks that may spike blood sugar, while still allowing a range of healthy carbs. — Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 17 Sep. 2026

Complex carbs with fiber slow digestion and sugar absorption, while protein and fat further delay digestion, helping to stabilize blood sugar. — Mira Miller, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2026

Shake Shack similarly launched its Good Fit Menu, offering several of its classic sandwiches in lettuce wraps instead of on buns to keep protein levels high and carbs low. — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2026

The battery charges itself, and the primer pump readies the carb before starting. — Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 10 Sep. 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