Chew ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Chew ( verb )

1. To crush or grind (food) in the mouth with the teeth in preparation for swallowing.
2. To bite and grind with the teeth.
3. To masticate.

Origin:

Old english cēowan, of germanic origin; related to dutch kauwen and german kauen.

Examples:

1. He chewed his food carefully before swallowing.
2. She chewed her gum loudly.
3. He chewed on a piece of straw.
4. The cow chewed on the grass.
5. The dog chewed on his bone.

(As a noun)

Chew ( noun )

1. To crush or grind (food) in the mouth with the teeth in preparation for swallowing.
2. To bite and grind with the teeth.
3. To masticate.

Origin:

Old english cēowan, of germanic origin; related to dutch kauwen and german kauen.

Examples:

1. He chewed his food carefully before swallowing.
2. She chewed her gum loudly.
3. He chewed on a piece of straw.
4. The cow chewed on the grass.
5. The dog chewed on his bone.