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peckish

adjective

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Meaning

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Slightly hungry, especially after not eating for a while.

Example Sentence

After skipping lunch, I started to feel a bit peckish by mid-afternoon.

Usage Note

Use this word to describe a mild feeling of hunger, often before a meal or when you want a small bite to eat, rather than intense starvation.