chuck
1 of 2noun/tʃʌk/
Forms:chucks
1
the portion of a forequarter of beef or other large animal, extending from the neck to the ribs and including the shoulder blade
Chuck is a flavorful and economical cut of beef taken from the shoulder area of the cow. Known for its rich marbling and robust beefy flavor, chuck is versatile and can be used in various culinary preparations. It is typically well-suited for slow-cooking methods such as braising, stewing, or pot-roasting, as these techniques help tenderize the meat and develop its rich flavors.
- The recipe calls for a slow-cooked chuck roast.
- He bought a chuck from the butcher for the stew.
- Chuck is ideal for braising because of its marbling.
- The chef trimmed the fat from the chuck before cooking.
- A chuck roast can serve a family of four comfortably.
2
a portion of food eaten at one time
- The workers sat down for their midday chuck.
- She served a hearty chuck after the long hike.
- We grabbed some chuck before heading to the train station.
- The soldiers shared a simple chuck in the field.
- There wasn't much chuck left in the fridge, so we improvised.
3
a clamping device with adjustable jaws used to hold a workpiece in a lathe or a tool in a drill
- The machinist secured the metal rod in the lathe chuck.
- A drill chuck must be tightened before starting to drill.
- The precision of the cut depends on how well the chuck grips the tool.
- He replaced the old chuck with a new one on the drill press.
- The woodworker adjusted the chuck to hold a smaller piece of wood.