Synonyms for

Chops

Verb / tʃɑ:ps / Another word for chops — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Chops means the side of an animal's face including the jaw, cheekbones, and mouth.

Synonyms & similar words

chop chopup chopper chopshot hack cheek jaw muzzle snout face mouth jowl maw mandible jaws chaw choppers mandibula mandibular gnathic maxilliform maxillary maxillae maxillar maxilliped

Synonyms by register

Formal

skill prowess aptitude competence

Informal

knack flair talent smarts

Literary

virtuosity dexterity mastery

Antonyms

clumsiness ineptitude weakness inability incompetence

Common collocations

  • musical chops
  • singing chops
  • acting chops
  • writing chops
  • negotiating chops
  • political chops
  • great chops
  • impressive chops

Word family

noun chops

Usage note

Primarily used informally to refer to skill or talent, especially in performance arts or negotiation. Can also refer to a person's jaw or mouth, especially in a culinary context.

Example sentences

  1. I have a big scar on my chops from when I fell off my bike.
  2. My dog loves when I scratch his chops.
  3. The chef seasoned the lamb chops perfectly.
  4. The boxer was known for his powerful chops.
  5. My grandpa used to play the guitar and had amazing chops.

Quotes

  • "My chops are used to playing fast and smooth." - Pat Metheny
  • "I just wanted to play guitar and jump around and look cool. Everything else was just a means to an end. My chops are not that great." - Kurt Cobain
  • "Good acting will give you goosebumps; bad acting will give you laugh lines. Bad chops are bad chops." - Viola Davis

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