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snacks

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈsnæks// UK //snˈæks// snacks

n. small amounts of food that you eat between your main meals. They are usually quick to eat and easy to carry.

n. small portions of food consumed between regular meals. Often used in the plural to refer to a variety of light food items.


SIMPLE

I always pack healthy snacks for my long train journeys.

CONTEXTUAL

The office kitchen is always stocked with snacks like fruit and nuts to keep employees energized during the afternoon.

COMPLEX

While the primary menu focuses on traditional entrees, the bar also offers a selection of salty snacks designed to complement their craft beer list.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in the plural form when referring to a collection of food items; the singular form refers to a single instance of eating between meals.

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