snack

verb

snacked; snacking; snacks
Synonyms of snacknext

intransitive verb

: to eat a snack

Examples of snack in a Sentence

She tries not to snack between meals. I'll just snack on an apple if I'm hungry.
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Cucumbers are a summertime favorite in the garden—crisp, refreshing, and perfect for salads, sandwiches, or snacking straight from the vine. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 23 May 2026 Key Takeaways Rice pudding and tapioca pudding can be enjoyed as part of a healthy breakfast or snack and are relatively low in calories. Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 19 May 2026 That means that even when nearly 250 miles above Earth, ISS residents can still snack on fresh fruit and vegetables. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 May 2026 These medications work in part by increasing feelings of fullness and satiety, helping users eat less at meals and snack less frequently. Leeann Weintraub, Daily News, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for snack

Word History

First Known Use

1807, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of snack was in 1807

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“Snack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snack. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

snack

noun
ˈsnak
: a light meal : lunch

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