Champ
Part of Speech: Verb
Definition: To bite or chew noisily, or to crush or grind with the teeth.
Pronunciations: US: /tʃæmp/ UK: /tʃamp/
Origin and Usage: The word "champ" originated from the Middle English word "champen" which means "to bite with grinding teeth." It was first used in the 14th century and is still in use today. The word is often used to describe the sound that an animal makes when it is eating.
Synonyms: Crunch, munch, gnaw, grind.
Related Words: Chump, chimp, churl.
Example Sentences:
- The horse champed on the hay.
- The dog champed its bone loudly.
- He champed his teeth in anger.