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to chew steadily or vigorously, often making a crunching sound
a large bite
Norwegian painter (1863-1944)
snacks or small amounts of food
What does "munch" mean in slang?
The structure is a simple noun derived from the verb "to munch" (to chew or eat steadily), repurposed to mean the food itself rather than the action. It is used to describe snacks or small amounts of food, often eaten between meals or casually while doing something else. People typically say "I need some munch" or "Got any munch?" when looking for chips, candy, or light bites. The term originated in British and American casual speech during the 20th century, later becoming common in youth slang and social media captions about food.
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