chuck

A chuck (device to hold an object in place)

Meanings

Noun

  • Meat from the shoulder of a cow or other animal.
  • Food.
  • A mechanical device that holds an object firmly in place, for example holding a drill bit in a high-speed rotating drill or grinder.
  • A chicken, a hen.
  • A clucking sound.
  • A friend or close acquaintance; term of endearment.
  • A gentle touch or tap.
  • A casual throw.
  • A throw, an incorrect bowling action.
  • An act or instance of vomiting.
  • On rhythm guitar or mandolin etc., the muting of a chord by lifting the fretting fingers immediately after strumming, producing a percussive effect.
  • Abbreviation of woodchuck
  • A small pebble.
  • Money.

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