Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bicar
verb
/biˈkɑːr/
Definition
To pick or peck at something, usually referring to the way birds eat. It can also mean to bite or nibble in a casual manner.
Examples
- Os pássaros começaram a bicar as migalhas de pão que eu deixei no chão.
- Ela bica a comida do prato quando está com pressa.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘bicar’ can imply a light, non-aggressive action of biting or pecking, often associated with birds or small animals.
Synonyms
- apatiar
- mordiscar
- picote