Meaning of the word "chuck out" in English

What does "chuck out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

chuck out

US /tʃʌk aʊt/

UK /tʃʌk aʊt/

to throw away something unwanted

Example:

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I need to chuck out these old newspapers.

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Don't just chuck out perfectly good food.

Synonym:

discard dispose of get rid of throw away toss out

to force someone to leave a place or organization

Example:

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The bouncer had to chuck him out of the bar.

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They decided to chuck out the disruptive member from the club.

Synonym:

expel eject oust remove kick out