chit

noun
UK: /tʃɪt/
US: /tʃɪt/

  1. A small piece of paper with writing on it, especially one that shows you have paid for something or that you are allowed to do something.

    1. I need a chit to get lunch in the cafeteria, don't forget the chit.
    2. The cashier gave me a chit as proof of my purchase after I bought the bread, so I didn't lost receipt.

  2. A voucher or token that can be exchanged for goods or services.

    1. He gave me a chit for a free coffee and I was very happy about this surprise.
    2. As a thank you, all employees received chits redeemable for local restaurant meals, a very pleasant and delicious surprise.

  3. (informal) A note or message.

    1. I left a chit on the fridge for you, and I hope that you will read this.
    2. Could you drop a chit to the manager, informing him of the situation that had happened?

Synonyms

note coupon message token voucher
chit noun

  1. (UK informal, dated) A young, unimportant woman or girl.

    1. She is just a chit, but with ambitions, so, let's observe her progress.
    2. Don't be fooled by her appearance as a mere chit; she's incredibly resourceful and intelligent.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "chit" in English means: A small piece of paper with writing on it, especially one that shows you have paid for something or that you are allowed to do something., A voucher or token that can be exchanged for goods or services., (informal) A note or message..

The phonetic transcription of "chit" is /tʃɪt/ in British English and /tʃɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "chit": note, coupon, message, token, voucher.

Example usage of "chit": "I need a chit to get lunch in the cafeteria, don't forget the chit.". More examples on the page.