Chop off

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verb

To cut something from a larger piece with a sharp tool.

He needs to chop off the dead branches from the tree.
Visual representation of "chop off" - To cut something from a larger piece with a sharp tool.

Often appears as...

  • chop off branches
  • chop off ends
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Visual representation of "chop off"
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Physical Action

Implies a strong, decisive action often using tools like knives or axes.

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She chopped off the excess wood to shape the sculpture.
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Complete Removal

Stresses that the part is totally cut away and separated from the main object.

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After the storm, they chopped off the broken limb from the tree.
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Quick Process

Often suggests that the action is done quickly, without hesitation.

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He chopped off the rotten parts of the fruit rapidly.
Visual representation of the word "Chop off"

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