Meaning & Definition of word "Chunk"

Chunk

/tʃʌŋk/

1. A thick, solid piece of something.
- Example: He took a big chunk of cheese from the plate.
2. A substantial amount or large piece of something.
- Example: They won a chunk of the prize money in the lottery.
3. A group of related items or pieces that are treated as a single unit.
- Example: The text was divided into manageable chunks for easier reading.

1. To cut or break into smaller pieces.
- Example: She decided to chunk the vegetables for the soup.
2. To divide content into smaller, more digestible parts.
- Example: The trainer suggested chunking the information for better retention.

Middle English 'chunk' meaning 'a short piece; block'.

chunk of time:

A significant duration that is often used for a specific purpose.

chunk out:

To remove or cut out a piece from something.

chunk up:

To divide or break something into smaller pieces.

block:

A solid piece of material, typically with flat surfaces.

piece:

A portion or an individual part of a whole.

section:

A distinct part or subdivision of something.

Meaning: A large person or object.

Example Sentence: That guy is a real chunk!

Meaning: To have a large amount of something.

Example Sentence: I chunked up my savings this month.