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Rarechucking
The correct spelling is chucking.
How to pronounce chucking
verb
IPA: /ˈtʃʌkɪŋ/
Say it like: Chu-kin-g
The correct spelling is chucking. To place in a chuck, or hold by means of a chuck, as in turning. For example: "Chuck that magazine to me, would you?"
Usage Examples
“Chuck that magazine to me, would you?”
“This food's gone off - you'd better chuck it.”
“She's chucked me for another man!”
Meanings
verb
- 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.
- 3.To make a clucking sound.
- 4.To call, as a hen her chickens.
- 5.To touch or tap gently.
noun
- 1.The holding of an object in a chuck.
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