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Chip off Meaning in English

expression

ˈtʃɪp/ /ˈɔf
CHIP AWF
tʃˈɪp/ /ˈɒf
CHIP OF

释义

To break or remove a small piece from something, usually a hard material like wood, stone, or glass.

用法与细微差别

Often used literally for physical objects. Not to be confused with 'chip off the old block' (idiom about family resemblance). Can appear as 'chip off a piece/chunk'. Usually informal or neutral.

例句

Be careful or you might chip off a piece of the plate.

basic

She used a hammer to chip off pieces of stone.

basic

You can chip off the old paint with this tool.

basic

I accidentally chipped off a corner of the mug while washing it.

natural

"Can you chip off a bit of chocolate for me?" she asked.

natural

The statue's nose was chipped off during the move.

natural