Meaning of the word chopping in English
What does chopping mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
chopping
US /ˈtʃɑpɪŋ/
UK /ˈtʃɒpɪŋ/
Noun
the action of cutting something into small pieces, especially food
Example:
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The chef began the delicate task of chopping the herbs.
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She spent an hour on the chopping of vegetables for the stew.
Adjective
used to describe something that is suitable for or used in the action of chopping
Example:
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We need a new chopping board for the kitchen.
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He used a heavy chopping axe to split the logs.