Chap

Pronunciation: /tʃæp/

Definitions of chap

noun a fellow

Example Sentences

A1 He is a friendly chap.

A2 The old chap sat on the bench reading his newspaper.

B1 The mechanic is a skilled chap when it comes to fixing cars.

B2 The chap who runs the local bakery is always cheerful and helpful.

C1 The chap leading the project has years of experience in the field.

C2 The chap in charge of the company's finances is known for his shrewd decision-making.

verb to irritate or annoy

Example Sentences

A1 He chaps the door to get the attention of his friend.

A2 She chaps her hands together to show her excitement.

B1 The teacher chaps the ruler on the desk to quiet down the class.

B2 The conductor chaps the baton to start the orchestra.

C1 The politician chaps the podium to emphasize his point.

C2 The director chaps his fingers impatiently during the meeting.

Examples of chap in a Sentence

formal The young chap was well-mannered and polite during the formal event.

informal Hey chap, wanna grab a drink later?

slang That chap is always up to no good.

figurative He's a real stand-up chap, always willing to lend a hand.

Grammatical Forms of chap

• past tense: chapped
• plural: chaps
• comparative: chappier
• superlative: chappiest
• present tense: chap
• future tense: will chap
• perfect tense: have chapped
• continuous tense: is chapping
• singular: chap
• positive degree: chap
• infinitive: to chap
• gerund: chapping
• participle: chapped

Origin and Evolution of chap

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'chap' originated from Middle English 'chappe' which meant a jaw or cheek. It later evolved to refer to a man, fellow, or person.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'chap' shifted in meaning from referring to a specific part of the face to a more general term for a person, especially a man. It is now commonly used in informal contexts to address someone in a friendly or casual manner.