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chop

 
 
pronunciation:
chap
parts of speech:
verb, noun
phrases:
chop off
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part of speech: verb
inflections: chops, chopping, chopped
definition 1: to cut with a sharp tool such as an ax.
He chopped off a dead branch from the tree.We need to chop some wood for the fire.
similar words:
split
definition 2: to cut into many pieces with a strong knife.
She chopped onions to put them into the soup.
similar words:
chip, cut up, dice, divide
 
part of speech: noun
definition: a thick piece of meat with a bone in it.
Would you like lamb chops for dinner?
similar words:
rib, steak
phrase: chop off
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