chap

[tʃap]

chap Definition

• 1. a man or boy
• 2. a friendly informal way of addressing someone
• 3. a crack in the skin, especially on the hands or lips

Using chap: Examples

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

• Example

  Hey chap, how's it going?

• Example

  He's a good chap to have around.

• Example

  The cold weather made his lips chapped.

• Example

  Working outside all day gave him chapped hands.

chap Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chap

• fellow
• guy
• bloke
• dude
• man

Phrases with chap

• old chap

  a friendly and familiar way of addressing a man, especially an older one

  Example

  Thanks for your help, old chap.

• chap at the bit

  to be impatient or eager to do something

  Example

  He was champing at the bit to get started on the project.

• chapped lips

  dry, cracked, or sore lips caused by exposure to wind or cold weather

  Example

  She always carries lip balm with her to prevent chapped lips.

Origins of chap

from Middle English 'chep', meaning 'customer'

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Summary: chap in Brief

The term 'chap' [tʃap] refers to a male person, often used as a friendly and informal way of addressing someone. It can also refer to a crack in the skin, especially on the hands or lips, as in 'The cold weather made his lips chapped.'