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chewed

 

[ tʃuːd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

action of eating

Chewed is the past tense of the verb 'chew,' which refers to the process of breaking down food in the mouth using the teeth. This action is essential for digestion, as it helps to reduce the size of food particles and mix them with saliva, facilitating easier swallowing and nutrient absorption. Chewing also plays a role in taste perception, allowing individuals to experience the flavor of food more fully. It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as 'chewed over' an idea.

Synonyms

gnaw, grind, masticate

Examples of usage

  • He chewed his food slowly.
  • She chewed on a pencil while thinking.
  • The dog chewed the toy into pieces.

Translations

Translations of the word "chewed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mastigado

🇮🇳 चबाया

🇩🇪 gekaut

🇮🇩 mengunyah

🇺🇦 жуваний

🇵🇱 żuł

🇯🇵 噛まれた

🇫🇷 mâché

🇪🇸 masticado

🇹🇷 çiğnenmiş

🇰🇷 씹힌

🇸🇦 مضغوطة

🇨🇿 žvýkaný

🇸🇰 žuvaný

🇨🇳 咀嚼的

🇸🇮 žvečen

🇮🇸 tyggður

🇰🇿 жевелген

🇬🇪 ჩაყლაპული

🇦🇿 çeynənmiş

🇲🇽 masticado

Etymology

The word 'chewed' comes from the Old English word 'ceowan,' which means to chew or to eat. This etymology is rooted in Germanic languages, where similar words appear, such as the Dutch 'kauwen' and the German 'kauen.' The transition of the word into its modern form reflects changes in phonetics and usage over centuries. Its base form 'chew' has been used since at least the 12th century, and the past participle 'chewed' indicates an action completed in the past. The process of chewing itself has been crucial in human evolution, enabling our ancestors to consume a wider variety of foods and extract necessary nutrients more effectively. As language evolved, so did the contextual meanings of the word, leading to idiomatic expressions like 'chewing the fat,' which means to engage in casual conversation.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,580, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.