chewing
|chew-ing|
A2
/ˈtʃuːɪŋ/
(chew)
grinding with teeth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'chew' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ceowan', where 'ceowan' meant 'to bite or gnaw'.
Historical Evolution
'ceowan' transformed into the Middle English word 'chewen', and eventually became the modern English word 'chew'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bite or gnaw', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'grinding food with teeth'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of grinding food with teeth to make it easier to swallow.
She was chewing her food slowly.
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Antonyms
Verb 2
present participle form of 'chew'.
He is chewing gum.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45