Chomp
1. Parts of Speech
verb
2. Definitions
- To chew or bite on something loudly and vigorously.
- To make a crunching or munching sound while eating.
3. Pronunciations
4. Origin and Usage
The word "chomp" originated in the early 17th century as an onomatopoeic word imitating the sound of someone biting or chewing on something hard. It is a colloquial term that is commonly used to describe the act of biting or chewing food with a loud, vigorous motion. It can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is criticizing or attacking something with great enthusiasm.
5. Synonyms
6. Related Words
- crisp
- crush
- smash
- snack
- spicy
7. Example Sentences
- He chomped on his sandwich, making a loud crunching sound.
- The dog chomped on the bone with great enthusiasm.
- She chomped on her gum, annoying everyone in the room.
- The critic chomped on the movie, calling it a complete waste of time.