chipping
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for chipping, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small fragment broken off something, or the act of breaking such pieces off.
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What does “chipping” mean?
The word “chipping” means a small fragment broken off something, or the act of breaking such pieces off. In plain terms, small broken-off fragments, or the process of producing them.
How do you pronounce “chipping”?
“Chipping” is pronounced CHIH-pihng (/ˈt͡ʃɪpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “chipping” in a sentence?
Here is “chipping” used in a sentence: “Wood chippings covered the path through the garden.”
What part of speech is “chipping”?
“Chipping” is a noun.