Question 1

What does "chonk up" mean?

Accepted Answer

(Internet slang) To gain weight and become noticeably fatter, especially said affectionately about an animal.

Question 2

How do you use "chonk up" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Look at this cat — he really chonked up over the winter months!

Question 3

Is "chonk up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"chonk up" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Very recent internet slang originating in online communities (particularly around cat content). 'Chonk' itself is internet slang for a fat animal (especially a cat). Not used in formal or even standard informal speech. May fade from use as internet slang cycles change. ESL learners may encounter it in online contexts.

chonk up

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