Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

grab-a-bite

idiomatic expression
/ɡræb ə baɪt/
Definition
To quickly eat a small amount of food, often in a casual manner.
Examples
  • Let’s just grab-a-bite before the movie starts.
  • I’m too busy to cook, so I think I’ll grab-a-bite from the deli.
  • She decided to grab-a-bite at the cafe after her meeting.
Meaning
The phrase ‘grab-a-bite’ typically refers to the act of having a snack or a quick meal, usually when someone is in a hurry or doesn’t want a full meal.
Synonyms
  • snack
  • have a quick meal
  • grab a snack