chuck
24 synonyms for chuck, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A cut of beef from the shoulder area, or the meat itself.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A cut of beef from the shoulder area, or the meat itself.
“She browned the chuck for the stew.”
How to use chuck
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chuck it out
chuck a ball
chuck someone
The verb senses are informal/conversational, common in British English.
Etymology
A variant of chock, originally meaning a block or wedge, which developed into both the drill-holding device and the meat cut.
Full origin of chuck →Frequently asked questions
What does “chuck” mean?
The word “chuck” means a cut of beef from the shoulder area, or the meat itself. In plain terms, to throw something casually, to throw something away, or (British informal) to end a relationship — also a cut of beef and a tool part.
How do you pronounce “chuck”?
“Chuck” is pronounced chuhk (/t͡ʃʌk/ in IPA).
How do you use “chuck” in a sentence?
Here is “chuck” used in a sentence: “She browned the chuck for the stew.”
What is another word for “chuck”?
Words with a similar meaning to “chuck” include chuckie, chucky, chuckstone and chuckiestone.
What part of speech is “chuck”?
Depending on how it is used, “chuck” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “chuck” a common word?
“Chuck” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “chuck” have?
“Chuck” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a cut of beef from the shoulder area, or the meat itself.
What is the difference between chuck roast and chuck steak?
Both come from the chuck, the shoulder area of beef. Chuck roast is a larger, thicker cut suited to slow cooking such as braising or pot-roasting, while chuck steak is cut thinner from the same region and is more often grilled or pan-fried.
What is a chuck on a drill?
On a drill, the chuck is the device at the front that grips and holds the drill bit firmly in place. Tightening the chuck clamps its jaws around the bit so it turns with the drill; loosening it lets you change bits.
What is the difference between beef chuck and brisket?
Chuck is taken from the shoulder of the animal, while brisket comes from the lower chest. Both are tougher cuts best cooked slowly, but chuck tends to be well-marbled and good for pot roast and ground beef, whereas brisket is leaner and prized for barbecue and corned beef.
