Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chop-off
verb
/ˈtʃɒp ɔf/
Definition
To remove something by cutting it off.
Examples
- The gardener had to chop off the dead branches to allow new growth.
- After the accident, the doctor decided to chop-off the damaged limb to save the patient’s life.
- She had to chop-off the excess dough before rolling it out for the pie.
Meaning
Chop-off refers to the act of cutting off a part of something, typically used in a context where a portion is severed from the whole.
Synonyms
- sever
- cut off
- truncate
- detach
