Civvy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsɪvi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Civvy is a noun meaning (informal) A civilian; someone who is not in the military.
Meaning
(informal) A civilian; someone who is not in the military.
More Meanings
- (prison slang) A manufactured cigarette, as opposed to a rollup.
Example Sentences
I reached across and offered him the packet of civvies.
Word Forms
- civvies
- civie
- civvie
Synonyms for civvy
Depending on context, synonyms include straight, tailor-made.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include citizen, undercitizen, skivvy, navvy, tailor-made, navvie.
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