Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: chin
IPA transcription: [tʃ'ɪn]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: chin, mentum
    Meaning: the protruding part of the lower jaw
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: chin, chin_up
    Meaning: raise oneself while hanging from one's hands until one's chin is level with the support bar
Usage examples
  • A dimple in the chin is lucky.
  • The boy lifted his chin a little.
  • I want to have a little chin with you.
  • "The top of her head is below my chin."
  • Cyril's chin had lifted at the first tone.
  • The Jew again thoughtfully rubbed his chin.
  • Thoughtfully the Jew rubbed his dirty chin.
  • "No, I can't." Mona's chin went up perversely.
  • Thurston's chin went up also, and he sat a bit straighter.
  • Well, you shall have one yourself, right down to your chin.'