chops
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chops

noun plural \ˈchäps\

Definition of CHOPS

1
: jaw
2
a : mouth
b : the fleshy covering of the jaws <a dog licking its chops>
3
: embouchure; broadly : the technical facility of a musical performer
4
: expertise in a particular field or activity <acting chops>

Examples of CHOPS

  1. <that pianist really doesn't yet have the musical chops to do that piece justice>
  2. <the toddler popped a candy into his chops and grinned stickily>

Origin of CHOPS

alteration of 3chap
First Known Use: 1589

Rhymes with CHOPS

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