A rough or antisocial youth.
Charver
CHAR-ver
ˈtʃɑːrvər
Noun
Example Sentences
"Bunch of charvers."
"Acting like a charver."
Etymology & History
Geordie equivalent of chav. Origin uncertain, possibly Romani.
Word Details
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Region
Newcastle/Tyneside
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Era
1990s
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Language
mild
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Formality
informal
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