Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chipped

Adjective
/ʧɪpt/
Definition
Having a small piece broken off or removed.
Examples
  • The vase was beautifully painted, but it was unfortunately chipped on the edge.
  • He had a chipped tooth after biting into a hard candy.
  • Many of the dishes in the set were chipped and needed replacing.
Meaning
The term ‘chipped’ refers to an object that has lost a part of its surface or edge, usually resulting in a rough or damaged appearance.
Synonyms
  • broken
  • damaged
  • cracked
  • fragmented
  • shattered