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Chow
Chow (pronounced: /tʃaʊ/) is a term that is often used to refer to food or eating in general. The term is believed to have originated from the pidgin English used by Chinese immigrants in the 19th century, where "chow chow" meant food.
Related Terms
- Chow Chow: A breed of dog that originated in China. The name is believed to have been derived from the term "chow chow," which was a term used by merchants to describe miscellaneous items, including a variety of dog brought from China.
- Chow Mein: A Chinese dish that consists of stir-fried noodles, with various types of meat, such as chicken, beef, shrimp, and vegetables. The name "chow mein" means "stir-fried noodles" in Chinese.
- Chow Line: A term used in the military to refer to the line of soldiers or sailors waiting to be served food.
- Chow Time: A colloquial term used to refer to mealtime.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chow
- Wikipedia's article - Chow
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