A fish and chip shop.
Chippy
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Chippy, that is."
"I've never seen such a Chippy in all my life."
Etymology & History
British informal term for fish and chip shop, affectionate abbreviation following British '-y' pattern. Working-class Friday night tradition. 'Going to the chippy' is British ritual. The term shows British fondness for friendly diminutives.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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