chiefie

noun

chiefie

noun

Etymology From chief + -ie. Piecewise doublet of headie.

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Aeronautics, Aerospace, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Government, Military, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Politics, War Slang A chief.

  • And did you know the Chiefie said that one of our kites went in the drink last night?1944, Vocational Trends, volume 7:
  • Avoiding the Taceval man's gaze the 'chiefie' winked and pulled a face.2017, Richard Pike, Phantom Boys, volume 2:

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