chomp
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /tʃɑmp/
KK: /tʃɑmp/
intransitive verb
Definition
To bite or chew something with a loud noise, often repeatedly.
Example
The dog began to chomp on its favorite toy.
Tense Forms
Past: chomped
Past Participle: chomped
Conversation
Did you hear me chomp on that apple earlier?
Yeah, it sounded really crunchy!
I couldn't help it; it was so fresh and juicy.
I love it when fruits are that good!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bite
gnaw
chew
Antonyms
spit
release
drop
noun
Definition
The act of biting something with a lot of force, often making a loud noise.
Example
He took a big chomp out of the apple.
Conversation
Did you see how quickly he took that big chomp out of his burger?
I know, right? It was like he hadn't eaten all day!
I guess he was really hungry, but that chomp was impressive.
transitive verb
Definition
To bite or chew something loudly and with enthusiasm.
Example
The dog began to chomp on its favorite toy.
Tense Forms
Past: chomped
Past Participle: chomped
Conversation
Did you see how my dog chomped that bone?
Yeah, he really went for it!
I thought he would take his time, but he just started to chomp away.
Root Explanation
The word 'chomp' originates from the dialectal English 'chompen', which means to chew or bite. It is an imitative word that reflects the sound made when biting or chewing something vigorously.
Memory Tip
Imagine the sound of someone biting down hard — that's what 'chomp' captures, making it easy to remember that it means to chew or bite with enthusiasm.
Visually Confused Words
chop
compo
chump
choup
chopa
choop
champ