Meaning of the word peckish in English

What does peckish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

peckish

US /ˈpek.ɪʃ/
UK /ˈpek.ɪʃ/

Adjective

somewhat hungry

Example:
I'm feeling a bit peckish, fancy a snack?
The children were getting peckish after playing all morning.