plural chins
Definition of chin
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: the lower portion of the face lying below the lower lip and including the prominence of the lower jaw
2
: the surface beneath or between the branches of the lower jaw
— see also take it on the chin
chin
verb
chinned; chinning
Definition of chin (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to bring to or hold with the chin
chin a violin
2
: to raise (oneself) while hanging by the hands until the chin is level with the support
slang
: to talk idly
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The first known use of chin was before the 12th century
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