chuck
Definition
- n. the part of a forequarter from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade
- n. a holding device consisting of adjustable jaws that center a workpiece in a lathe or center a tool in a drill
- v. throw carelessly
- v. throw away
Word forms
- Past tense
- chucked
- Present participle
- chucking
- Past participle
- chucked
- Third person singular
- chucks
Example sentences
n.
He gave the baby a gentle chuck under the chin to make her smile.
vt.
She decided to chuck the old shoes because they were too worn out.
vi.
The chicken started to chuck as it noticed the farmer approaching.