chivey

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variant of chivy

chivey

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noun

chiv·​ey
ˈshivē
plural -s

Word History

Etymology

Noun

probably from Natick chippe, literally, it is separated or dead; from its use as manure by the Indians

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“Chivey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chivey. Accessed 29 Dec. 2024.

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