chopped

UK: tʃɒpt | US: tʃɑːpt

Definition

  1. adj. cut into small pieces with a sharp tool

  2. vt. past tense of "chop" (to cut with quick, heavy blows)

Structure
chop <to cut>ped <past participle suffix>
Etymology

The word "chopped" derives from the verb "chop," which originated in late Middle English (likely imitative of the sound of a heavy blow). The suffix "-ed" marks the past tense or past participle form, indicating completed action. The morpheme "chop" retains its core meaning of forceful cutting, while "-ed" adds grammatical context.

Examples

  1. She chopped the onions finely for the soup.

  2. The lumberjack chopped down the old oak tree.

  3. Add the chopped herbs to the salad.

  4. The recipe calls for two cups of chopped carrots.

  5. He chopped the firewood into manageable pieces.