Meaning & Definition of word "Chock"

Chock

/tʃɒk/

1. A block or wedge placed under a wheel or heavy object to prevent it from moving.
- Example: The workers placed a chock under the wheel of the truck to keep it from rolling.
2. A device used to secure a vehicle in place.
- Example: Always use a chock when parking on an incline to ensure the vehicle doesn't roll.
3. A short heavy piece of wood or other material, often used in construction.
- Example: They used a chock of lumber to stabilize the structure during the renovation.

1. To block or prevent movement, often by placing a chock in position.
- Example: Make sure to chock the wheels before starting the maintenance work on the vehicle.
2. To fit or place snugly; to stop up or fill a gap.
- Example: He chocked the door with a piece of wood to keep it from swinging shut.

Middle English chocke, possibly from Old English cóc (a block or wedge).

chock-full:

Completely full; crammed with things.

chock-a-block:

Very full or crowded.

chock it up to experience:

To regard an experience as a lesson learned.

wedge:

A piece of material that tapers to a thin edge, used for splitting or holding things apart.

plug:

A device for closing or sealing an opening.

block:

A solid piece of hard material.

Meaning: To choke significantly, such as in a game or competition.

Example Sentence: He really chocked in the finals.

Meaning: To exaggerate or go overboard in behavior.

Example Sentence: Don't chock it up, just be yourself!