chop meaning and definition

CHOP noun

Definition of chop (noun)

1. the irregular motion of waves (usually caused by wind blowing in a direction opposite to the tide)
   • "the boat headed into the chop"
2. a small cut of meat including part of a rib
3. a jaw
   • "I'll hit him on the chops"
4. a tennis return made with a downward motion that puts backspin on the ball
   • synonyms: chop shot
5. a grounder that bounces high in the air
   • synonyms: chopper

CHOP verb

Definition of chop (verb)

1. cut into pieces
   • "Chop wood"; "chop meat"
   • synonyms: chop up
2. move suddenly
3. form or shape by chopping
   • "chop a hole in the ground"
4. strike sharply, as in some sports
5. cut with a hacking tool
   • synonyms: hack
6. hit sharply