noun
chewie
CHOO-ee
noun
1
Informal word for chewing gum.
"He offered her a piece of chewie from his pocket."
2
A chewable toy or treat given to a pet, especially a dog.
"The puppy dragged its chewie across the kitchen floor."
How to Use Chewie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCasual word for either chewing gum or a chew toy for a pet.
When to use it
Informal; common in Australian and British English for chewing gum.
Word Forms
chewies plural
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Etymology
From "chew" plus the informal "-ie" ending.