Meaning & use

Munches

verb·Everyday

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Eats something steadily and often noisily, typically chewing with enjoyment.

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The toddler munches on crackers while watching cartoons.

A horse munches contentedly on hay in the stable.

A note on using this word

Often used for casual, unhurried eating, and loosely related to "the munchies," slang for a sudden craving for snacks.

Words with a similar meaning

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