Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chopping-block

noun
/ˈtʃɒp.ɪŋ blɒk/
Definition
A sturdy piece of wood or a board used for cutting or chopping food items like vegetables and meat.
Examples
  • She placed the vegetables on the chopping-block to prepare for dinner.
  • The chef skillfully diced the meat on the wooden chopping-block.
  • After cleaning, he left the chopping-block to dry in the sun.
Meaning
A flat surface on which food is chopped or prepared, typically found in kitchens.
Synonyms
  • cutting board
  • butcher’s block
  • prep board