Third person singular present of 'chivy' (also spelled 'chivvy'); to chase, harass, or repeatedly urge someone to do something.
From 'chivy' or 'chivvy,' possibly from the Battle of Chevy Chase (1388) where soldiers were pursued, or from Scottish and Northern English dialects meaning to chase or harry.
Some linguists think 'chivy' comes from a real historical battle—if true, it's a word where history literally chases you through time, reminding us of old conflicts with every use.
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