carb Synonyms
Another word for carb
• noun (Context 1)
An informal shortening of carbohydrate; a macronutrient consisting of sugars, starches, and fibers, or a food rich in such compounds (such as bread, pasta, or potatoes).
"Runners often eat plenty of complex carbs the evening before a marathon to maximize their energy reserves."
• noun (Context 2)
An informal shortening of carburetor; a mechanical device in an internal combustion engine that mixes air and fuel in the proper ratio for combustion.
"The mechanic had to rebuild the carburetor on the vintage motorcycle before the engine would idle smoothly."
• verb (Context 3)
To consume a large amount of carbohydrate-rich food, typically in preparation for intense athletic endurance (usually followed by 'up').
"The cyclists spent the day before the mountain stage carbing up on rice and pasta."