chew

US /tʃuː/
UK /tʃuː/
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masticare

to bite and work (food) in the mouth with the teeth, especially to make it easier to swallow

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Remember to chew your food slowly.
Ricorda di masticare il cibo lentamente.
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The baby is learning to chew solid foods.
Il bambino sta imparando a masticare cibi solidi.
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masticare, rosicchiare

to bite repeatedly or continuously, typically as a habit or from anxiety

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He tends to chew on his pen when he's thinking.
Tende a masticare la penna quando pensa.
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The dog loves to chew on its toys.
Il cane adora masticare i suoi giocattoli.
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masticata, morso

an act of chewing

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He took a big chew of his gum.
Ha dato una grossa masticata alla sua gomma.
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The dog gave a quick chew to the bone.
Il cane diede una rapida masticata all'osso.
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