chomp

verb

ˈchämp 

ˈchȯmp

chomped; chomping; chomps

intransitive verb

1

: to chew or bite on something

2

: champ sense 2

—usually used in the phrase chomping at the bit

transitive verb

: to chew or bite on

chomp noun

Synonyms of chomp

• chew
• bite (on)
• gnaw (on)
• crunch (on)

Examples of chomp in a Sentence

They were chomping burgers at a picnic.

Recent Examples on the Web

Swifties have been chomping at the bit for the documentary showing the behind-the-scenes of the iconic Eras Tour. —Greta Cross, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025

Adult Ingrid, aka Periwinkle, does learn the sinister truth about her dad (err, creature), who enjoys slicing and chomping on Stanley’s head in front of her. —Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 7 Dec. 2025

Damage this time is due to a combination of king tides and swell this week that chomped away at the beach and dirt road, leaving little space for cars to pass and park. —Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 4 Dec. 2025

Florida fans have been chomping away enthusiastically for years. —Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Nov. 2025

Word History

Etymology

alteration of champ

First Known Use

1645, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Rhymes for chomp

• comp
• pomp
• pompe
• romp
• stomp
• swamp

Kids Definition

chomp

verb

ˈchämp 

ˈchȯmp

1

: to chew or bite on something

2

: champ entry 1 sense 2

—usually used in the phrase chomping at the bit

chomp noun