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Chock

usgb/tʃɑk/Volume
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Safety Device

A chock is often used to promote safety in various settings by securing vehicles or equipment.

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Ensure the trailer has its chocks in place before unloading goods.
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Physical Object

Chock refers to the actual wedge-shaped object, not the action of securing something.

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Grab a wooden chock from the shed to stabilize the ladder.
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Not Just Wheels

Chocks can be used under any object that needs to be kept stationary, not just wheels.

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Place a chock under the door to keep it open during the move.
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