CHEWED

Definition

CHEWED Chewed (past tense): to bite and grind food with teeth; Derived forms: chew (present tense), chews (3rd person singular), chewing (-ing form), chewer (noun), chewiest (superlative), chewily (adverb). Chewed: to masticate food by grinding it with teeth; Related forms: chew (present), chews (3rd person singular), chewing (present participle), chewer (noun), chewiest (superlative

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Verb (past tense or past participle)
• Word Length: 6 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word CHEWED can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like CHEWED demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.