chuck

CHUCK, v.i. To make the noise of a hen or partridge, when she calls her chickens.

CHUCK, v.t. To call, as a hen her chickens.

CHUCK, v.i. To jeer; to laugh. [See Chuckle.]

CHUCK, v.t.

1. To strike, or give a gentle blow; as, to chuck one under the chin.

2. To throw, with quick motion, a short distance; to pitch.

CHUCK, n.

1. The voice or call of a hen.

2. A sudden small noise.

3. A word of endearment, corrupted from chick, chicken.