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Meaning of chivvy

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

chivvy

Pronunciation:/ˈtʃɪvi//ˈtʃɪvi/

noun

Definitions

  1. Something that encourages one to act; a goad, a spur.

verb

Definitions

  1. To coerce or hurry along, as by persistent request.

  2. To subject to harassment or verbal abuse.

  3. To sneak up on or rapidly approach.

  4. To pursue as in a hunt.

    Example: to chivvy the fox

    Synonyms:chasehunt