chalk (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɔːk/
Definition
A soft, white, powdery mineral (calcium carbonate) used for writing or drawing, or as a powder.
Examples
The blackboard was covered in white chalk dust.
He used a piece of chalk to mark the fabric.
How to Use chalk
- piece of chalk (collocation)
- A single unit of chalk. — "He broke the chalk in half."
- chalk dust (collocation)
- The fine powder that comes from chalk. — "The teacher wiped the chalk dust off the board."
- chalk up (phrasal verb)
- To achieve or record a success or score. — "The team chalked up their fifth win in a row."
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