Munchies (noun / US Slang)
(Also heard as: Got the munchies, Midnight munchies, The munchies)
Definition:
The munchies is a sudden craving for snacks, especially late at night.
Where Munchies Comes From:
It comes from “munch”, to chew noisily. It became popular in the 1960s and 70s, linked to the hunger people feel after smoking cannabis.
How People Actually Use Munchies:
Used for snack cravings: “I’ve got the munchies”. Sometimes it is a hint about cannabis, sometimes just a craving.
Is Munchies Rude?
Not rude, though it can hint at drug use.
Examples in the Wild:
- “I’ve got the munchies, let’s order pizza.”Meaning: I am craving snacks, let us order pizza.
- “He raided the cupboards with the munchies.”Meaning: He raided the cupboards because he wanted snacks.
- “Midnight munchies hit hard.”Meaning: A late-night snack craving came on strongly.
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