chappie

or chap·py

[ chap-ee ]

/ ˈtʃæp i /

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noun plural chap·pies.British Informal.

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Origin of chappie

First recorded in 1815–25; chap² + -ie

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How to use chappie in a sentence

The ‘cheeky chappy’ will be out of the public eye for some time but will likely laugh off his nude photo scandal.
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"Not so much pleased with myself as disappointed in you, Chappy," countered the exultant Brock.
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But against women confederates Chappy Marr had a strong prejudice.
Sundry Accounts|Irvin S. Cobb
Radley turned round and, having seen me, said something in an undertone to Chappy.
Tell England|Ernest Raymond

I had no need, however, to strain my ears, for Chappy was incapable of speaking softly for any length of time.
Tell England|Ernest Raymond
Chappy turned in his chair, which creaked alarmingly, and composed himself to talk comfortably.
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British Dictionary definitions for chappie

chappie

/ (ˈtʃæpɪ) /

noun

informal another word for chap 1 (def. 2)

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