Morsel

usgb/ˈmɔːrsl/
noun

A small piece or amount of food.

He found a morsel of bread on the table.
Visual representation of "morsel" - A small piece or amount of food

Often appears as...

  • morsel of food
  • morsel of bread
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Visual representation of "morsel"
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Quantity Implication

Using 'morsel' suggests a very tiny quantity, emphasizing the smallness of the food portion.

Illustration for Quantity Implication
She was dieting and only ate a morsel of cake.
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Not a Full Meal

'Morsel' doesn't refer to a full meal but rather to a bite-sized or minimal piece of it.

Illustration for Not a Full Meal
He savored each morsel of the gourmet chocolate.
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Literary Device

Writers may use 'morsel' to indicate scarcity or to highlight a character's hunger or desire.

Illustration for Literary Device
The poor child picked up every morsel of food she could find.
Visual representation of the word "Morsel"

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