verb
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To chop or cut into small pieces.
example
The workers chipped the dead branches into mulch.
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To break small pieces from.
example
Be careful not to chip the paint.
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To play a shot hitting the ball predominantly upwards rather than forwards. In association football specifically, when the shot is a shot on goal, the opposing goalkeeper may be the direct object of the verb, rather than the ball.
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To upgrade an engine management system, usually to increase power.
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To become chipped.
example
This varnish chips easily.
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(often with "in") To ante (up).
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To fit (an animal) with a microchip.
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(often with "in") to contribute.
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Everyone needs to chip in £1 for George's leaving collection
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(also, to chip at) To make fun of.