Definitions

1. noun

a type of Chinese pickled cabbage dish

“She ordered the chowchow as an accompaniment to her main course.”

2. noun

a type of dog, especially a small, fluffy breed

“The chowchow was a popular dog breed in the 19th century.”

3. verb

to mix or combine ingredients, especially for pickling

“She spent hours in the kitchen chowchowing the vegetables for the salad.”