chitty

[ˈtʃɪti]

chitty Definition

• 1. a small note or letter, especially one containing information or a request
• 2. a small container for holding ink

Using chitty: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chitty" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He sent me a chitty asking for my help.

• Example

  The ink in the chitty has dried up.

chitty Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chitty

• note
• memo
• message
• communication

Phrases with chitty

• chitty chat

  informal conversation or small talk

  Example

  We had some chitty chat while waiting for the meeting to start.

• chitty box

  a small container for holding ink

  Example

  The calligrapher used a chitty box to hold his ink.

• chitty system

  a system of issuing shares or debentures by post

  Example

  The company used the chitty system to issue its shares to investors.

Origins of chitty

from Hindi 'chitthi', meaning 'letter'

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Summary: chitty in Brief

The term 'chitty' [ˈtʃɪti] refers to a small note or letter, often containing information or a request. It can also refer to a small container for holding ink. The phrase 'chitty chat' denotes informal conversation, while 'chitty box' refers to a container for ink. 'Chitty system' is a system of issuing shares or debentures by post.