Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chiv

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