Definition of chop:
(n) :
a cut of meat, often containing a section of a
rib; a blow with an
axe,
cleaver, or similar
utensil
"I only like lamb chops when it is served with mint jelly."
(v) :
to cut into pieces with short, vigorous
cutting motions; to
sever with an
axe or similar implement
"chop wood"