chock-full

adjective

ˈchək-ˈfu̇l How to pronounce chock-full (audio) ˈchäk- How to pronounce chock-full (audio)
-ˌfu̇l
variants or chockful
Synonyms of chock-full
: full to the limit
hotels chock-full of tourists

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returned from the buffet with a plate chock-full of food
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The sneakers are chock-full of interior details to keep your feet comfortable, as well. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 For your pickle cravings, there’s no shortage of fantastically filthy martinis chock-full of brine. — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 9 June 2026 The Explorer’s legacy is also chock-full of recalls and investigations. — James Raia, Mercury News, 5 July 2026 While its downtown area is chock-full of shops, restaurants, and cafes, be sure to find some elevation by hiking or climbing Mount Battie at Camden Hills State Park. — Erinne Magee, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for chock-full

Word History

Etymology

Middle English chokkefull, probably from choken to choke + full

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of chock-full was in the 15th century

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“Chock-full.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chock-full. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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chock-full

adjective
variants or chockful
ˈchək-ˈfu̇l, 
ˈchäk-
: full to the limit
hotels chock-full of tourists

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