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gutsy
What does gutsy mean?
In the Valleys 'gutsy' means greedy for food rather than brave, describing someone who eats more than their share.
"You gutsy thing, you've had all the crisps."
Origin
South Wales dialect, from 'guts'.
Frequently asked questions
What does gutsy mean in Welsh slang?
In the South Wales Valleys it means greedy or gluttonous with food, not brave as in standard English.
Is gutsy an insult?
It's a mild, often teasing rebuke for someone eating more than their share, as in 'You gutsy thing, you've had all the crisps.'
Where does this sense of gutsy come from?
It's a South Wales dialect usage derived from 'guts'.
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