Meaning & Definition of word "Chit"

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.