Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skivvy
Noun
/ˈskɪvi/
Definition
A skivvy is a term used primarily in British English to refer to a person who does menial work, often as a servant or maid.
Examples
- She worked as a skivvy in a large household, doing all the chores.
- In the past, many young girls took on skivvy roles to support their families.
Meaning
The word indicates someone who performs tasks that are low in prestige or require little skill, often in a domestic setting.
Synonyms
- Servant
- Maid
- Housekeeper
- Underling
