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The word "chock" is believed to have originated from the sound made when a wedge or block is forced into place, creating a tight fit. The word is also related to the term "choke," which refers to the sensation of having something stuck in the throat and being unable to breathe.
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Etymology Chock is derived from the Middle English word chokke meaning a wedge or
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Etymology Middle English chokke chok from Old English cocian to choke gag vomit
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