chipper

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun British English · Dialect · Informal

n. a shop that sells fried fish and chips to take away.

n. a fast-food outlet specialising in deep-fried fish and potato chips.

“We decided to stop at the chipper for dinner on our way home.”

“The local chipper is a Friday night staple for many families in the neighbourhood, often seeing long queues out the door.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Technical

n. a machine used for cutting wood into small pieces.

n. a mechanical device designed to reduce wood, such as tree limbs or trunks, into smaller chips.

“The gardeners brought a wood chipper to clear the fallen branches.”

“Safety protocols must be strictly followed when operating the industrial chipper to prevent serious injury from flying debris.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Sports Technical

n. a type of golf club used for short, low shots near the green.

n. a specific type of golf club designed for executing chip shots, typically having a loft similar to a mid-iron.

“He pulled his chipper out of the bag to get the ball onto the green.”

“While many professionals prefer using a wedge, high-handicap players often find a dedicated chipper more forgiving for short approach shots.”