CHIVVY Meaning and
Definition
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Chivvy is a term with both noun and verb forms used in British English. As a noun, it refers to the act of annoying or harassing someone persistently or repeatedly, typically in a playful or good-natured manner. It can also describe a person who engages in such behavior, often seen as someone who pesters or provokes others for amusement. The word chivvy as a noun also encompasses the idea of teasing or nagging someone to do something they may be reluctant to do.
As a verb, chivvy denotes the action of constantly nagging, teasing, or urging someone to do something. It entails pushing, prodding, or pestering another person, often in a lighthearted or coaxing manner. When used transitively, it implies the act of persistently encouraging or relentlessly persuading someone to achieve a specific goal or complete a particular task.
The term chivvy can also be used in an informal context to describe the act of hurrying someone along or urging them to move faster. In this sense, it signifies gently rushing or encouraging someone to speed up their actions or progress, typically pertaining to completing a task, attending an event, or following a schedule.
Overall, chivvy encompasses the notions of persistent annoyance, teasing, urging, or playfully pestering someone either to elicit a specific response or in an attempt to motivate or provoke a particular action.
Common Misspellings for CHIVVY
- xhivvy
- vhivvy
- fhivvy
- dhivvy
- cgivvy
- cbivvy
- cnivvy
- cjivvy
- cuivvy
- cyivvy
- chjvvy
- chkvvy
- chovvy
- ch9vvy
- ch8vvy
- chicvy
- chibvy
- chigvy
- chifvy
Etymology of CHIVVY
The word "chivvy" originated from the British dialect term "chivy" or "chivvy", which emerged in the late 19th century. It is derived from the word "chevvy", an alteration of the word "chevy", which in turn comes from the Old French word "eschever" meaning "to follow eagerly", or "to pursue". Over time, "chivvy" acquired the specific meaning of pestering, urging, or encouraging someone to do something, which is how it is generally used today.
Similar spelling words for CHIVVY
Conjugate verb Chivvy
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