Definitions

1. noun

a small, rounded piece of food, especially a piece of meat or fish that has been cooked and usually served as a snack or appetizer.

“She ordered a plate of chicken nuggets at the restaurant.”

2. noun

a small lump or mass of precious metal or mineral, especially one found by chance or in a small amount.

“The prospector discovered a nugget of gold in the stream.”

3. verb

to extract or shape something into small, rounded pieces.

“The chef was nuggeting the beef for the salad.”