Pronunciation: /tʃuː/
noun the act of biting and grinding food with the teeth
A1 I need to buy some gum to chew on.
A2 The cow was peacefully chewing on the grass.
B1 Chewing food thoroughly helps with digestion.
B2 The dentist recommended chewing sugar-free gum to improve oral health.
C1 The athlete's jaw muscles were sore from constant chewing during the game.
C2 The cows chew their cud to aid in the digestion process.
verb to bite and grind food with the teeth
A1 I chew gum to freshen my breath.
A2 The cows chew grass in the field.
B1 It is important to chew your food slowly for proper digestion.
B2 The dog chewed on the bone until it broke.
C1 The chef carefully chewed each bite to savor the flavors of the dish.
C2 The researcher chewed on the problem for days before coming up with a solution.
formal It is important to chew your food thoroughly before swallowing.
informal Don't forget to chew your gum before blowing bubbles.
slang I can't believe you chewed me out in front of everyone!
figurative She likes to chew on new ideas before making a decision.
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