Associations to the word «Chockablock»

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Wiktionary

CHOCKABLOCK, adjective. (nautical) (of a ship's hoisting tackle) Having the blocks drawn close together so no further movement is possible, as when the tackle is hauled to the utmost.
CHOCKABLOCK, adjective. (by extension) Jammed tightly together; very crowded; completely filled or stuffed.
CHOCKABLOCK, adverb. In a crowded manner; as completely or closely as possible.

Dictionary definition

CHOCKABLOCK, adjective. Packed full to capacity; "chowder chockablock with pieces of fish".

Wise words

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