chuck

[chuhk]

chuck Definition

• 1. to throw something carelessly or casually
• 2. to pat someone gently on the chin or cheek in a kindly way
• 3. a 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

• throw
• fling
• discard
• pat
• tap
• toss
• beef chuck

Antonyms for chuck

• catch
• keep
• hold
• receive

Phrases with chuck

• chuck it down

  rain heavily

  Example

  It was chucking it down all day yesterday.

• chuck up the sponge

  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.

• chuck a wobbly

  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.