chuck away

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Meaning · English

To discard, or throw away.

Register: informal

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

This shirt has just about had it. I think I'll chuck it away.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “chuck away” mean?

To discard, or throw away.

Is “chuck away” formal or informal?

chuck away is generally informal.