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/tʃɔːk/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A soft, white, powdery limestone (calcium carbonate) used for writing or drawing on surfaces such as blackboards or sidewalks.
The teacher wrote the math problem on the blackboard with a piece of chalk.
An item made of chalk used for writing, marking, or drawing.
He reached for a piece of chalk to outline the drawing on the pavement.
Chalk used in sports, especially to improve grip in activities such as climbing or weightlifting.
The rock climber applied chalk to her hands before tackling the difficult route.
verb
To mark or draw with chalk.
She chalked the lines for the hopscotch game on the playground.
To write or record something with chalk.
He chalked down the meeting notes on the board.
Etymology
Middle English; from Old English 'cealc' or 'calx' from Latin 'calx' meaning limestone.
Common Phrases and Expressions
chalk it up
To attribute something to a particular cause.
chalk and cheese
Two very different people or things.
white as chalk
Very pale or white in color.
Related Words
chalkboard
A board coated with a chalk-friendly surface for writing.
chalky
Having a soft, powdery texture or appearance.
Slang Meanings
To chalk someone
He chalked someone off after a bad play in the game.
Chalk up a win
We chalked up another win in the tournament.