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chopper

7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for chopper, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Informal: a helicopter.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

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Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

Rare, literary or technical

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How to use chopper

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news chopper custom chopper meat chopper

The helicopter and motorcycle senses are informal.

Etymology

From chop plus the agent suffix -er, meaning "thing that chops."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “chopper” mean?

The word “chopper” means informal: a helicopter. In plain terms, most commonly used today as slang for a helicopter, or for a customised motorcycle.

How do you pronounce “chopper”?

“Chopper” is pronounced CHOP-uh (/ˈt͡ʃɑ.pɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “chopper” in a sentence?

Here is “chopper” used in a sentence: “A news chopper hovered over the accident scene.”

What part of speech is “chopper”?

“Chopper” is a noun.

Is “chopper” a common word?

“Chopper” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “chopper” have?

“Chopper” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal: a helicopter.

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