Definition

Describing something, especially meat, that is difficult or impossible to chew due to its toughness or sinewy texture.

Example

The steak was so tough that it was completely unchewable.

Conversation

I tried that new steakhouse last night, but the meat was totally unchewable.

Oh no, that's frustrating! What did you order?

I got the ribeye, but it was just full of sinews and I couldn't finish it.

Yikes! I guess I'll avoid that place if the food is like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unchewable → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "chew" (from Old English "ceowan", meaning to bite or munch) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "unchewable" means not capable of being chewed or unable to be bitten or munched.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'chew' — that’s why unchewable means something that cannot be chewed.

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