Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-chuck

phrase
ðə tʃʌk
Definition
A term used to refer to something that is thrown away or discarded.
Examples
  • After the party, all the leftover food went straight to the chuck.
  • Don’t let your old clothes just sit around; it’s time to send them to the chuck.
Meaning
The phrase ‘the chuck’ often indicates an action of throwing something, especially garbage or unwanted items, in a casual or dismissive manner.
Synonyms
  • the trash
  • the bin
  • the rubbish