guv

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Noun

guv (uncountable)

1. (British, chiefly, London, informal) a form of address, usually to an unknown male or a superior. An informal form of sir.

   Spare two quid, guv? I 'aven't eaten since yesterday.

   Right away, guv... I mean, sarge.

Synonyms

• boss

Translations

• French: chef, patron

Related terms

• guv'nor
• governor

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