chuck

[chuhk]

chuck Definition

  • 1to throw something carelessly or casually
  • 2to pat someone gently on the chin or cheek in a kindly way
  • 3a cut of beef that extends from the neck to the ribs

Using chuck: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chuck" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He chucked the ball to me.

  • Example

    She chucked her old clothes in the bin.

  • Example

    He chucked her under the chin affectionately.

  • Example

    I'm going to chuck this old chair out.

  • Example

    The recipe calls for a chuck roast.

chuck Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chuck

Antonyms for chuck

Phrases with chuck

  • rain heavily

    Example

    It was chucking it down all day yesterday.

  • to give up or quit, especially after a defeat or setback

    Example

    After losing three games in a row, the team decided to chuck up the sponge and forfeit the rest of the season.

  • to become very angry or upset, typically resulting in a tantrum or outburst

    Example

    He chucked a wobbly when he found out his car had been towed.

Origins of chuck

origin uncertain, possibly from Old French 'choquer' meaning 'to knock'

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Summary: chuck in Brief

The verb 'chuck' [chuhk] means to throw something carelessly or casually, or to pat someone gently on the chin or cheek in a kindly way. As a noun, it refers to a cut of beef that extends from the neck to the ribs. Examples include 'He chucked the ball to me.' and 'The recipe calls for a chuck roast.' Phrases include 'chuck it down,' meaning rain heavily, and 'chuck up the sponge,' meaning to give up or quit.