noun
General Slang
Chippy
/ˈtʃɪpi/ · noun · informal
A British fish and chip shop — the home of the Friday night chippy tea.
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Definitions
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In other British contexts, a slang word for a carpenter — unrelated to food.
“The chippy's coming to fit the new kitchen.”
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A 'chippy tea' specifically means a takeaway dinner from the chip shop.
“We're having a chippy tea Friday, no cooking.”
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A fish and chip shop. A staple of British towns where you grab chips, fish, sausages, and more.
“Fancy going the chippy for tea?”
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Chippy In A Sentence
chippy tea on the sofa is peak British happiness
the chippy round the corner does the best battered sausage
raining again so it's a chippy night, no debate
Origin & Usage
British slang shortening of 'chip shop,' in use throughout the 20th century. The 'chippy tea' tradition is a beloved working-class staple across the UK.
People Also Ask
What does chippy mean in British slang?
A chippy is a fish and chip shop. It can also mean a carpenter, depending on context.
What is a chippy tea?
A chippy tea is an evening meal of takeaway food from the fish and chip shop, a classic British tradition.
Why is it called a chippy?
It's a shortening of 'chip shop,' since chips are the main event.
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