Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chippy

adjective

/ˈtʃɪpi/

Definition

Chippy is a term that can refer to someone who is irritable, touchy, or easily offended. It can also describe something related to woodwork or someone who works with wood (in a colloquial sense).

Examples

After a long day, he became quite chippy when anyone tried to talk to him.
The carpenter worked with chippy tools, showing his skill in woodworking.

Meaning

In informal contexts, ‘chippy’ often characterizes a person as being defensive or quick to react negatively, especially due to a perceived slight or insult.