cheli-

American  

1. a combining form meaning “claws,” used in the formation of compound words.

   cheliferous.

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Etymology

Origin of cheli-

Combining form representing Greek chēlḗ chela ¹

Example Sentences

Mitty has dominated Northern California all season and has an impressive 6-2 sophomore in Morgan Cheli.

From Los Angeles Times

But don’t be fooled by its modesty: CheLi’s debut was a major event.

From New York Times

This means more than just xiao long bao, although CheLi makes them very well, as it does other little buns and dim sum treats.

From New York Times

At CheLi, xiao long bao are not the gummy, sloshy water balloons you sometimes meet.

From New York Times

CheLi serves red-braised pork belly in its Shanghainese version, still rich and sticky with caramel but less spicy than what you’ll find in a Hunanese restaurant.

From New York Times