I. ˈchau̇ˌchau̇ adjective
Etymology: pidgin English
: consisting of several kinds mingled together : assorted , mixed , miscellaneous
II. noun
( -s )
Etymology: pidgin English
: something mixed or commingled:
a.
(1) : a Chinese preserve or confection of ginger, fruits, and peels in heavy syrup
(2) : a spicy relish of chopped mixed pickles in mustard sauce
b. : hodgepodge , miscellany
III. noun
( -s )
Etymology: probably imitative
: yellow-billed cuckoo