Synonyms for

Gobble

Verb / ˈgɑ:bʌl / Another word for gobble — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to eat something quickly and greedily

Synonyms & similar words

bolt devour gorge wolf gulp swallow feast ingest nosh scarf snarf consume munch crunch chew bite quaff

Example sentences

  1. He gobbled up his dinner.
  2. The dog gobbled down the treat.
  3. The kids gobbled up the candy.
  4. The bird gobbled up the worm.
  5. She gobbled down her sandwich.

Quotes

  • "I'm going to have to gobble you up!" - The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
  • "Gobble, gobble!" - The sound a turkey makes
  • "I'm going to gobble up that cookie." - Cookie Monster from Sesame Street

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