* Cantonese: The most common use of "chow" is as an informal word for food, often used in the phrase "chow down" meaning to eat. This comes from the Cantonese word "食 (sik)", pronounced "chow" in the colloquial dialect.
* Chinese: The word "chow" can also be used in a more general sense for "eat" or "food" in Chinese. It's derived from the Mandarin Chinese word "吃 (chī)", which is pronounced "chow" in certain dialects.
* English: In English, "chow" is often used as slang for "food" or "meal," especially in informal contexts. It's likely borrowed from the Cantonese and Chinese usage.
So, depending on the situation, "chow" could be considered a borrowed word from Cantonese, Chinese, or even English slang.