chopstick
Definition
Noun: A chopstick is one of a pair of slender, typically tapered sticks, traditionally made of wood, bamboo, metal, or plastic, used in many East Asian and Southeast Asian cultures as the primary utensil for eating food.
Usage
Chopsticks are held in one hand, between the fingers, and are used to pick up pieces of food. They are an essential part of tableware in countries like China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. - Basic Use: To grasp, lift, and transfer food from a bowl or plate to the mouth. - Cultural Context: Proper handling and etiquette are often associated with using chopsticks.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "Chopstick rest": A small holder or stand on which to place chopsticks between bites to keep the table clean.
- "Training chopsticks": Chopsticks connected at the top or with a guide, designed to help children learn how to use them.
Variants and Related Words
- Chopsticks (plural noun): The pair of sticks used together. This is the most common form of the word.
- I need to buy new chopsticks.
Synonyms
- Eating sticks: A descriptive synonym, though not common.
- Hashis: The Japanese word for chopsticks, sometimes used in English contexts.
Related Phrases
- "Chopstick etiquette": The customary rules for the polite use of chopsticks.
- "To be handy with chopsticks": To be skilled at using chopsticks.
Noun
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one of a pair of slender sticks used as oriental tableware to eat food with
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