chop — to cut something into pieces with quick heavy blows using an axe, knife, or other sharp tool
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to cut something into pieces with quick heavy blows using an axe, knife, or other sharp tool
Pronunciation (IPA): /tʃɑːp/
Example Sentences
- He chopped the firewood to prepare for winter.
- The zombie movie villain chopped his way through the door with an axe.
- My mom can chop onions without crying - she's basically a superhero.
chop
VERB[/tʃɑːp/]
to cut something into pieces with quick heavy blows using an axe, knife, or other sharp tool
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle English 'choppen' (14th century), which originally meant 'to barter or exchange'. Over time, the semantic meaning evolved to 'to cut or chop', likely influenced by the abrupt, decisive nature of commercial transactions.
Breakdown
Middle English 'choppen' (to barter, exchange) → Modern English 'chop' (to cut). The semantic shift reflects a metaphorical extension from the quick, decisive action of trading to the sharp, cutting action.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He chopped the firewood to prepare for winter.”
“The zombie movie villain chopped his way through the door with an axe.”
“My mom can chop onions without crying - she's basically a superhero.”
“The restaurant serves the best grilled pork chops in town.”
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