chopping (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃɒpɪŋ/
Definition
The action of cutting something into small pieces, typically with repeated sharp blows of a knife or axe.
Examples
The chef spent an hour on the meticulous chopping of herbs for the garnish.
He found the rhythmic sound of wood chopping to be surprisingly therapeutic.
For the stew, the recipe calls for fine chopping of all the root vegetables.
How to Use chopping
- chopping up (phrasal verb)
- To cut something into many small pieces. — "Can you help me with chopping up these onions for the soup?"
- chopping motion (collocation)
- A movement resembling a sharp, downward cut. — "The chef demonstrated a quick chopping motion with the cleaver."
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