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CHAV

What Does Chav Mean in a Text?

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The Quick Answer

Chav means "Uncultured and Aggressive Youth."

More Observations...

The term "chav" is a slang term used primarily in the United Kingdom to refer to a person, typically a young working-class individual, who is perceived as being uncultured, aggressive, and wearing flashy or low-quality clothing. "Chav" is associated with negative stereotypes of anti-social behavior, petty crime, and lack of education. The origins of the word "chav" are unclear. However, it has come to be defined in some circles as an acronym for "Council House And Violent."

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When I write Chav, I mean this:

meaning of Chav

"Uncultured and Aggressive Youth")"

Summary of Key Points

"Uncultured and Aggressive Youth" is, by far, the most common meaning for Chav when it is used in a text. (Bear in mind that it could have another meaning if used in a different context.)
Chav
Definition:Uncultured and Aggressive Youth")
Type:Word and Acronym
Guessability:guessability level 2
2: Quite easy to guess
Typical Users:typical user

Adults and Teenagers

Example of Chav Used in a Text

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