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Definition chip away in British English

chip away phrasal verb

[intransitive/transitive] phrasal verb
1

to gradually make something weaker, smaller, or less effective

Example

The company's dominance of the market is gradually being chipped away.

Example

Her comments were beginning to chip away at his self-confidence.

Synonyms and related words
lessen reduce subside
2

to remove small pieces from something hard by hitting it with a tool

Example

Use a hammer to chip away the edge.

Example

She was chipping away at the ground with a trowel.

Synonyms and related words
card chase chip away
Definition chip away in British English