All Definitions for Chip
Below are all the dictionary definitions of chip:
1A small piece broken from a larger piece of solid material.
2A damaged area of a surface where a small piece has been broken off.
3A token used in place of cash.
4A medallion.
5A sovereign (the coin).
6A circuit fabricated in one piece on a small, thin substrate
7A microchip.
8A hybrid device mounted in a substrate, containing electronic circuitry and miniaturised mechanical, chemical or biochemical devices.
9A thin, crisp, fried slice of potato, a crisp
10Occasionally a similar fried slice of another vegetable or dried fruit.
11A type of shot in various sports.
12A shot during which the ball travels more predominantly upwards than in a regular shot, as to clear an obstacle.
13A light shot with a downward slice, usually played from close to the net.
14A low shot, usually played at short range around and onto a green, intended to travel a short distance through the air and roll the remainder of the way towards the hole.
15A very light shot that hits the cue ball so softly that it barely moves an object ball into a pocket without the cue ball going in as well.
16A takeout that hits a rock at an angle.
17A dried piece of dung, often used as fuel.
18A receptacle, usually for strawberries or other fruit.
19A small, near-conical piece of food added in baking.
20A small rectangle of colour printed on coated paper for colour selection and matching. A virtual equivalent in software applications.
21The triangular piece of wood attached to the log line.
22The smallest amount
23A whit or jot.
24To chop or cut into small pieces.
25To break small pieces from.
26To become chipped.
27To chisel (something), to chisel on (something).
28To use a chisel.
29To strike or play (the ball or other implement) as a chip shot.
30To beat (an opposing player) by use of a chip shot, such as by looping the ball over the head of the opposing goalkeeper.
31To move (a ball) a relatively short distance by means of an oblique contact.
32To fit (an animal) with a microchip.
33To upgrade an engine management system, usually to increase power.
34To ante (up).
35To contribute.
36To make fun of.
37To leave.
38A deep-fried strip of potato
39See also usage note at french fries.
40Wood or Cuban palm leaf split into slips, or straw plaited in a special manner, for making hats or bonnets.
41Anything dried up, withered, or without flavour.
42A diminutive of the male given names Christopher and Charles.
43A nickname used for males who are second-generation namesakes.
44An officer of the California Highway Patrol.
45Acronym of children's health insurance program.
46Acronym of clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential.
47Abbreviation of chromatin immunoprecipitation.
48Acronym of California Highway Patrol.
About synonyms for chip
Finding the right synonym for chip helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A small piece broken from a larger piece of solid material.", chip has 5 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Chipping is the most direct replacement in most situations. Splintering works well in formal or professional contexts. Microchip is often preferred when the context calls for a more specific or nuanced expression.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for chip, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.