English · Food & Drink
chopping board
/ˈtʃɒp.ɪŋ bɔːrd/
[/ˈtʃɒp.ɪŋ bɔːrd/]
board for cutting food
Beginnernoun
Definition
A flat wooden or plastic surface on which food is cut or chopped.
Example
Always use a clean chopping board when preparing raw meat and fresh vegetables separately.
Always use a clean chopping board when preparing raw meat and fresh vegetables separately.
Etymology
From 'chop' (Middle English 'choppen') and 'board' (Old English 'bord', plank).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in cooking instructions and kitchen-safety advice.