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Chap: meaning, definitions and examples

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chap

 

[ tʃap ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

headwear

A soft hat worn by university students, especially in the UK, often with a tassel on top.

Synonyms

beanie, bonnet, cap

Examples of usage

  • It's a tradition for the graduating students to wear a chap during the ceremony.
  • She proudly sported her university's chap at the football game.
Context #2 | Noun

Western culture

A man or boy. Often used in a friendly or familiar way.

Synonyms

fellow, guy, lad

Examples of usage

  • He's a good chap, always willing to lend a hand.
  • The little chaps were excited to go to the park.

Translations

Translations of the word "chap" in other languages:

🇵🇹 capítulo

🇮🇳 अध्याय

🇩🇪 Kapitel

🇮🇩 bab

🇺🇦 розділ

🇵🇱 rozdział

🇯🇵 章 (しょう)

🇫🇷 chapitre

🇪🇸 capítulo

🇹🇷 bölüm

🇰🇷 장 (장)

🇸🇦 فصل

🇨🇿 kapitola

🇸🇰 kapitola

🇨🇳 章节 (zhāngjié)

🇸🇮 poglavje

🇮🇸 kafli

🇰🇿 тарау

🇬🇪 თავი

🇦🇿 fəsil

🇲🇽 capítulo

Word origin

The word 'chap' originated from Middle English 'chappe', meaning a piece cut off. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to various items like pieces of clothing or armor. In the 19th century, 'chap' started being used to refer to a man or boy in a friendly manner, particularly in Western culture. The association of 'chap' with university headwear also gained popularity during this time, especially in the UK.

See also: chapati, chapel, chapter.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,227 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.