Chop

CHOP

-verb

1. often followed by “down” or “off” to cut (something) with a blow from an axe or other sharp tool

2. (trans.) to produce or make in this manner

3. (trans.) often followed by up to cut into pieces

4. (trans.) (British, informal) to dispense with or reduce

5. (intr.) to move quickly or violently

6. (sport) to hit (a ball) sharply downwards

7. (boxing, martial arts) to punch or strike (an opponent) with a short sharp blow

8. (West Africa) an informal word for eat

-noun

9. a cutting blow

10. the act or an instance of chopping

11. a piece chopped off

12. a slice of mutton, lamb, or pork, generally including a rib

13. (Australian & New Zealand, slang) a share

14. (West Africa) an informal word for food

15. (Australian & New Zealand) a competition of skill and speed in chopping logs

15. (sport) a sharp downward blow or stroke

-verb

1. (intr.) to change direction suddenly; vacillate

2. (obsolete) to barter

-noun

a design stamped on goods as a trademark, especially in the Far East

Lamb chops and peas

A celebration of spring

At the very last minute