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Noun — A short written note, voucher, or slip used to record a small debt or authorize a purchase.

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Etymology

From Hindi chitthi ("letter, note"), picked up by English speakers in colonial India and applied to informal vouchers and receipts.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “chitty” mean?

The word “chitty” means a short written note, voucher, or slip used to record a small debt or authorize a purchase. In plain terms, an informal note or slip used like a mini IOU or receipt.

How do you pronounce “chitty”?

“Chitty” is pronounced CHIH-tee (/ˈt͡ʃɪti/ in IPA).

How do you use “chitty” in a sentence?

Here is “chitty” used in a sentence: “He signed a chitty at the club bar and settled the tab at the end of the month.”

What part of speech is “chitty”?

“Chitty” is a noun.

Where does the word “chitty” come from?

The word “chitty” comes from Hindi. From Hindi chitthi ("letter, note"), picked up by English speakers in colonial India and applied to informal vouchers and receipts.

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