Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

charver

Noun

/ˈtʃɑː.və/

Definition

A charver is a slang term, primarily used in certain regions of the United Kingdom, referring to a young person or youth who engages in petty criminal behavior or hooliganism.

Examples

The local charver was known for causing trouble at the park.
She warned her son to stay away from the charvers hanging around the corner shop.
Despite his charver image, he had a talent for art that surprised everyone.

Meaning

In informal contexts, ‘charver’ can describe someone who is seen as rough or uncouth, often associated with a certain lifestyle that includes bad manners or criminal activity.