Carb
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɑːb/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Carb is a noun meaning (informal, usually in the plural) Clipping of carbohydrate.
Meaning
(informal, usually in the plural) Clipping of carbohydrate.
More Meanings
- (informal) Clipping of carburetor or carburettor.
- (drugs) The hole on a pipe which is covered and opened to control the inflow of air.
Example Sentences
I'm cutting down on carbs to try and lose weight.
This is what controls the flow of fuel into the carb.
She lifted her thumb off the carb and breathed in the thick smoke.
I'm looking into low-carb and no-carb options as part of my healthy eating plan.
Word Forms
- carbs
Synonyms for carb
Depending on context, synonyms include carby.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include carburetor, bung-hole, stop, stopcock, hand-hole, teaze-hole.
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