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Meaning of chewed

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

chewed

Pronunciation:/tʃuːd/

verb

Definitions

  1. To crush with the teeth by repeated closing and opening of the jaws; done to food to soften it and break it down by the action of saliva before it is swallowed.

    Example: Make sure to chew thoroughly, and don't talk with your mouth full!

  2. To grind, tear, or otherwise degrade or demolish something with teeth or as with teeth.

    Example: He keeps his feed in steel drums to prevent the mice from chewing holes in the feed-sacks.

  3. To think about something; to ponder; to chew over.

    Example: The professor stood at the blackboard, chalk in hand, and chewed the question the student had asked.

adjective

Definitions

  1. That has been chewed; masticated.