チョークchooku
1.

A material typically made from gypsum or calcium carbonate, formed into short sticks, commonly used for writing or drawing on blackboards and available in various colors.

2.

A device used in vehicles to regulate air intake within carburetors, helping to adjust the fuel mixture for optimal engine performance.

3.

An item used in billiards to enhance grip on the cue tip, preventing slipping during play.

アーティチョークaateichooku
1.

A perennial plant that produces large purple flower heads resembling thistles, commonly found along the Mediterranean coast, with edible portions derived from its budding flowers and fleshy bracts.

2.

A type of thistle-like plant that flowers in summer, characterized by thick, edible buds and a unique appearance, belonging to the daisy family and first domesticated in regions near the Mediterranean Sea.