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Meaning of chucking

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

chucking

Pronunciation:/ˈtʃʌkɪŋ/

verb

Definitions

  1. To place in a chuck, or hold by means of a chuck, as in turning.

  2. To bore or turn (a hole) in a revolving piece held in a chuck.

verb

Definitions

  1. To make a clucking sound.

  2. To call, as a hen her chickens.

verb

Definitions

  1. To touch or tap gently.

  2. To throw, especially in a careless or inaccurate manner.

    Example: Chuck that magazine to me, would you?

  3. To throw; to bowl with an incorrect action.

  4. To discard, to throw away.

    Example: This food's gone off - you'd better chuck it.

noun

Definitions

  1. The holding of an object in a chuck.