Chip

usgb/tʃɪp/
noun

A small piece that comes off from a larger piece.

There were wood chips all over the floor from his work on the carving.
Visual representation of "chip" - A small piece that comes off from a larger piece

Often appears as...

  • wood chips
  • chip off the old block
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Visual Imagery

Imagine small bits breaking away to visualize 'chip.'

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As he carved the statue, chips of marble scattered.
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Metaphorical Use

'Chip off the old block' means someone resembles their parent.

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John's just like his dad, a real chip off the old block.
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