Wordle Answer for May 12, 2023
SNACK was the Wordle answer for May 12, 2023. If you missed the day or you're looking it up after the fact, this page collects the hints and word context in one place.
The answer
SNACK
What snack means
A small amount of food eaten between meals or as a light meal, typically something quick and easy to consume.
Where the word comes from
From Middle Dutch *snacken*, meaning to snap or bite. The noun sense ("a light meal") developed in the 17th century, likely from the idea of quick bites. The word may be related to Old Norse *snakka*, meaning to chatter or snap, though the exact path of transmission remains uncertain.
Hints for May 12, 2023
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Synonyms of snack
- collation
- bite
- nosh
Used in a sentence
I grabbed a handful of nuts and dried fruit as a quick _____ before heading to the gym.
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