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Definition of «morsel»

A morsel is a small, bite-sized piece or portion of food. It can be used as a noun to describe something tasty and appetizing that is easily eaten in one mouthful, such as a piece of cheese or a cookie. The word "morsel" comes from the Latin word "mortarium," meaning "small piece."

Usage examples

  1. He felt hungry, so he grabbed a small morsel of cheese from the fridge.
  2. The chef carefully placed a savory morsel of steak on the plate, garnished with herbs.
  3. We shared morsels of laughter as we reminisced about our childhood memories.
  4. She reluctantly left a morsel of her dessert for her younger brother.
  5. The hiking trip was exhausting, but the breathtaking views were worth every morsel of effort.
  6. The little bird quickly pecked up the tiniest morsel of bread crumbs from the ground.
  7. With just a morsel of information, the detective began to piece together the puzzle.
  8. After hours of studying, she rewarded herself with a delicious morsel of chocolate.
  9. The homeless man was grateful for any morsel of food he received from kind strangers.
  10. The writer couldn't help but jot down every morsel of inspiration that came to mind.

Phrases with «morsel»

Sentences with «morsel»

  • It's a beautiful combination of tender morsels of beef bathed in a lovely sweet apple gravy. (cathysglutenfree.com)
  • Although many «paleo» dessert recipes contain these types of chocolate morsels, it's true they contain cane sugar. (paleorunningmomma.com)
  • It's a beautiful composition of deferring passenger hatred by releasing tasty little morsels of harmony with pinpoint precision — just enough information about airline modernization to seem believable, just the right amount of dreamy looking cabin photographs, and all released at just the right time. (theexpeditioner.com)
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