First Known Use: 1605
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1choppy
adjective chop·py \ˈchä-pē\
chop·pi·erchop·pi·est
Definition of CHOPPY
1
: being roughened : chapped
2
: rough with small waves
3
a : interrupted by ups and downs <choppy terrain> <a choppy career> b : jerky <short choppy strides> c : disconnected <choppy writing>
— chop·pi·ly \ˈchä-pə-lē\ adverb
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Origin of CHOPPY
2chop
2choppy
adjective
chop·pi·erchop·pi·est
Definition of CHOPPY
: changeable, variable <a choppy wind>
Origin of CHOPPY
3chop
First Known Use: 1865
CHOPPY Defined for Kids
choppy
adjective chop·py \ˈchä-pē\
chop·pi·erchop·pi·est
Definition of CHOPPY for Kids
1
: rough with small waves <choppy water>
2
: marked by sudden stops and starts : not smooth <He spoke in quick, choppy sentences.>
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