guv
guv · guvs
A form of address to a man, usually a stranger or a superiorA form of address to a man, usually a stranger or a superior.
Meaning
2 senses(Ireland, London, UK, informal)A form of address to a man, usually a stranger or a superior.
Spare two quid, guv? I 'aven't eaten since yesterday.
Right away, guv... I mean, sarge.
(UK, informal)A male prison officer.
We cover up the window so the guvs can't see us.
Translations
2 languagesOrigin
Alternative phonetic spelling of gov, short for governor.Alternative phonetic spelling of gov, short for governor.
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