chins

word · lemma: chin

Definition

The plural form of 'chin', meaning the lower part of the face below the mouth. Often refers to more than one person's chin, or to people with more than one chin (sometimes as a description of extra fat below the chin).

Usage & Nuances

Used mostly to describe either multiple people's chins or, informally, the appearance of extra skin/fat under the chin ('double chins'). Not commonly used on its own—usually seen in phrases like 'double chins' or 'touch your chins.' Not to be confused with 'chin up' (encouragement).

Example Sentences

Both children have round chins.

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They touched their chins and thought for a moment.

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Some animals have long chins.

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Look at those twins—their chins are almost identical!

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After gaining weight, he noticed he had two chins.

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Some people laugh so hard that their chins wobble.

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