chopped
Americanadjective
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diced, minced, or cut into small bits.
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(of an automobile) streamlined; lowered.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of chopped
First recorded in 1540–50
Example Sentences
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Epicurious’ recipe for a delicious summertime lettuce soup seasons, boils and purées a whole head of lettuce, including both the leaves and ribs, coarsely chopped.
From Salon ● Jul. 25, 2026
Natalia leaves out healthy finger food, like chopped peppers and apples, for her children to pick at.
From BBC ● Jul. 21, 2026
A majority of products on the company’s recall list are items sold to restaurants and retailers including chopped lettuce, shredded lettuce, blends of iceberg and romaine lettuce, and salad mixes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2026
Smash burgers and chopped cheese sandwiches made from prime Angus beef.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
“Aargh, me hearties!” she shouted, and chopped down the bunch.
From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr
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