Nugget

Pronunciation: /ˈnʌɡɪt/

Definitions of nugget

noun a small piece or portion of something

Example Sentences

A1 I found a shiny nugget in the river while panning for gold.

A2 The chicken nugget was crispy and delicious.

B1 The archaeologist discovered a valuable nugget of information in the ancient texts.

B2 The speaker shared a nugget of wisdom that resonated with the audience.

C1 The scientist uncovered a nugget of truth that revolutionized the field of physics.

C2 The author's latest book is filled with nuggets of insight that challenge conventional thinking.

Examples of nugget in a Sentence

formal The archaeologist discovered a golden nugget buried deep underground.

informal I found a nugget of information that might help us solve the case.

slang That new restaurant serves up some tasty chicken nuggets.

figurative Her advice was a valuable nugget of wisdom that I will always remember.

Grammatical Forms of nugget

• past tense: nuggeted
• plural: nuggets
• comparative: more nuggety
• superlative: most nuggety
• present tense: nuggets
• future tense: will nugget
• perfect tense: have nuggeted
• continuous tense: is nuggetting
• singular: nugget
• positive degree: nuggety
• infinitive: to nugget
• gerund: nuggeting
• participle: nuggeted

Origin and Evolution of nugget

First Known Use: 1400 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'nugget' originated from the Middle English word 'nugge', which meant a lump or chunk.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'nugget' came to specifically refer to a small piece of gold or other precious metal, often found in its natural state.