chunk
Translation
chunk, lump, piece
Examples
She broke off a chunk of bread.
She broke off a chunk of bread.
A large chunk of the budget is for salaries.
A large chunk of the budget is for salaries.
Grammar Patterns
a chunk of ((sth.)) a large piece of (sth.) He ate a chunk of cheese.
Similar Words
Synonyms: piece, lump, hunk, block
Etymology
Possibly related to 'chuck' (to throw) or 'chump' (a block of wood).
Memory Tips
Sounds like the noise a heavy piece of something makes when it falls - 'chunk!'.