Meaning & Definition of word "Chit"

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    Chit

    /tʃɪt/

    noun:

    • 1. A short note or receipt.
      • Example: She handed him a chit for the groceries he had purchased.
    • 2. A small slip of paper, especially one used in a transaction.
      • Example: The waiter gave me a chit to sign after the meal.
    • 3. A young child (informal, sometimes derogatory).
      • Example: That little chit was running around causing mischief.

    verb:

    • 1. To talk or chatter in a trivial or silly manner.
      • Example: They began to chit about their weekend plans.

    Etymology

    Originated from the Hindi word 'chit' meaning a small note or written message.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chit-chat:

    Casual conversation or trivial talk.

    chit of a girl:

    An informal term for a young girl or woman.

    Related Words

    voucher:

    A document that serves as proof of a transaction.

    memo:

    A written message, especially in a business context.

    Slang Meanings of chit

    Meaning: A young, inexperienced person.

    Example Sentence: Don't listen to that chit; she doesn't know what she's talking about.

    Meaning: To engage in trivial talk.

    Example Sentence: Let's just chit for a while over coffee.