Chiv
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /t͡ʃɪv/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chiv is a noun meaning The scooped-out portion at the end of a stave used to make a cask, where the croze will be incised.
Meaning
The scooped-out portion at the end of a stave used to make a cask, where the croze will be incised.
More Meanings
- A cooper's tool used to make that section.
- (slang) Alternative form of shiv (“a knife”).
- (slang) Alternative form of shiv.
Example Sentences
[…] he had heard Corkery say afterwards, 'It's me that chived him, see feel the knife, it's wet.'
Word Forms
- chivs
- chivving
- chivved
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include croze, chop, chimb, cant, chevet, chime.
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