| Definitions | | chav |
|
noun
- (context, UK, pejorative) A working-class youth, especially one associated with aggression, poor education, and a perceived "common" taste in clothing and lifestyle.
Etymology: Origin uncertain (see discussion page); probably of (Romani.) origin. Compare Romani (term, chavi, lang=rom, , male child), (term, chavo, , female child, lang=rom), (term, chal, , boy, lang=rom), (term, chavvy, , mate, friend, lang=rom); possible cognate with Spanish (term, chaval, lang=es). See also (term, charva).
Supplemental Details:Sponsor an extended definition for chav for as little as $10 per month. Click here to contact us.
| |
|
