Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
take-a-bite-out-of
idiom
/teɪk ə baɪt aʊt əv/
Definition
To consume a portion of something, often used figuratively to mean to make a small effort or gain in a larger context.
Examples
- She decided to take a bite out of her workload by starting with the easiest tasks.
- He took a bite out of the project, making significant progress in just a few hours.
Meaning
This phrase implies reducing something’s size or importance by taking a small piece from it. It can refer to literal eating or metaphorically to addressing or impacting a larger issue.
Synonyms
- reduce
- partake in
- impact
