chip off

ریشه

The word 'chip' comes from Middle English 'chippen', meaning 'to cut or chop'. 'Off' is a preposition indicating separation or removal.

مثال

• He chipped off a corner of the table while moving it.
• The sculptor chipped off small fragments of marble to create a detailed sculpture.
• She accidentally chipped off a piece of her tooth while biting into an apple.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Chip off a piece Chip off the old block