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chop1
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- pronunciation:
- chap
- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
chops, chopping, chopped |
| definition 1: |
When you chop something, you cut it by hitting it many times with a very sharp tool.
I was sad when the neighbors chopped the big tree in their backyard.My grandfather still chops logs to burn in his fireplace.- similar words:
- split
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| definition 2: |
When you chop food, you cut it into small pieces.
The chef chopped an onion for the soup.- similar words:
- carve, chip, cube, cut up, dice, divide
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| related words: |
cut |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
A thick slice of meat with a rib bone in it is called a "chop."
Pork chops are a popular meat dish.- similar words:
- rib, steak
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| related words: |
trim |
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