Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chiv
Verb
/tʃɪv/
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Definition
To stab or wound someone lightly, often used in a more playful context.
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Examples
- He decided to chiv his friend in a playful manner during their game.
- Don’t chiv me like that; it tickles!
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Meaning
Chiv can also refer to the act of poking or nudging someone, particularly with a pointed object.
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Synonyms
- poke
- prod
- jab