chad
Translation
chad, punching
Examples
The hanging chads caused a recount of the votes.
The hanging chads caused a recount of the votes.
Grammar Patterns
chad a small piece of paper punched out The hanging chads caused a recount.
Similar Words
Synonyms: punching, confetti
Etymology
The origin is uncertain, possibly from the Scottish word 'chad' for gravel.
Memory Tips
Remember the 'hanging chads' from the 2000 U.S. presidential election controversy.