chinned
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /tʃɪnd/
KK: /tʃɪnd/
adjective
Definition
Having a specific type or number of chins.
Example
He had a strong, chinned face that made him look very confident.
Conversation
Have you seen that new guy in our class?
Yeah, he has a really interesting chinned look.
I wonder if he gets teased about it.
Maybe, but I think it makes him unique!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jowly
double
pointed
Antonyms
smooth
slender
flat
verb
Definition
To hit or strike someone with the chin, often used in a fighting context.
Example
He chinned his opponent during the match, surprising everyone with his strength.
Tense Forms
Past: chinned
Past Participle: chinned
Conversation
Did you see how he chinned that barbell yesterday?
Yeah, I was impressed! He really pushed himself.
I wonder if I could ever chin that much weight.
Root Explanation
Chinned → The word is derived from "chin" (from Old English "cynne", meaning the projecting part of the face below the mouth) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or state). The term "chinned" refers to having a chin or being characterized by a chin.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'chin' as the part of the face below the mouth, and remember that 'chinned' describes someone who has a chin or is characterized by it.
Visually Confused Words
chignoned
chained