Definition of «munchie»

A "munchie" is a term used to describe a craving or desire for snack food, typically in the evening or nighttime. The origin of the word comes from combining the words "snack" and "hungry," implying that someone has an urge to eat something small but satisfying. Munchies can vary depending on personal preferences, but they often include salty, savory, or sweet snacks such as chips, candy, cookies, or popcorn.

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I was feeling hungry after class, so I grabbed a bag of chips and enjoyed a quick munchie.
On our road trip, we made sure to pack some snacks like popcorn and pretzels to have munchies while driving.
When having friends over for a movie night, it's always nice to prepare a plate of munchies like mini sandwiches, cheese cubes, and chicken wings.
After a long day at work, I like to relax on the couch with a good book and a bowl of munchies such as mixed nuts or dried fruit.
At the party, there was a table filled with different munchies such as chips, salsa, and veggie sticks for everyone to snack on.

Definition of «munchie»

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