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Meaning & Definition of Chew in English

English

Chew

To bite and grind with the teeth.


Pronunciation:

/tʃuː/

Part of Speech:

verb

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: To use the teeth to break down food into smaller pieces.

    Example Sentence: He took a big bite of the apple and started to chew.

  • Definition: To think about something carefully.

    Example Sentence: She needed time to chew on the proposal before making a decision.

  • Definition: To keep discussing or thinking about a matter.

    Example Sentence: Let's chew the fat about our upcoming plans.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English chewen, from Old English ceowan.

Synonyms

bitegnawmasticate

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • chew the fat: To engage in casual or friendly conversation.
  • chew on something: To contemplate or consider something.
  • chew the scenery: To act in an exaggerated manner.

Translations

  • Spanish: masticar
  • French: mâcher
  • German: kauen
  • Russian: жевать

Related Words

  • masticate: To chew food thoroughly.
  • gnaw: To chew or bite persistently.

Slang Meanings of chew

  • Meaning: To talk excessively or fuss about something.

    Example Sentence: Stop chewing my ear off about your problems.

  • Meaning: To linger or take time over something.

    Example Sentence: I can't just chew on this issue forever.