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Gobble - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Gobble means to eat something quickly and greedily, often making loud chewing noises. It can also refer to the sound a turkey makes. The word is used both as a verb and a noun.

gobble

/ˈɡɑbəl/ /ˈɡɒbəl/

Definition:

To eat quickly and greedily, often making noise while swallowing.

Synonyms:

devour, wolf, gulp, scarf

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

nibble, savor

Common Collocations:

gobble up, gobble down, gobble noisily

Derivatives:

gobbler, gobbling

Usage Tips:

Use "gobble" for eating hastily; avoid for polite or slow eating contexts.

Common Phrases:

gobble up the competition, gobble down food, gobble like a turkey

Etymology:

Originated in the late 16th century, imitative of the sound of eating or a turkey's call.

Examples:

  • 1. The children gobble their candy before dinner.
  • 2. He tends to gobble his meals when he's in a hurry.
  • 3. The turkey will gobble loudly in the farmyard.
  • 4. Don’t just gobble your food—take your time!

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