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Gnaw

/nˈɔ/
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(verb) To bite something persistently, especially something tough.

My dog likes to gnaw on bones.
Don't gnaw your nails!
CEFR Practice Quiz
The little rabbit began to ____ on the carrot, using its sharp front teeth to eat the vegetable quickly.

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