old chap

noun

, Chiefly British: Older Use.

1. (used in informal direct address to a man of any age.)

Word History and Origins

Origin of old chap¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il is “a flabby old chap” who has suffered “physical and psychological trauma” since having a stroke.

From The Daily Beast

And since he was a very fast runner—for short distances—he met Grandfather Mole just as the old chap was crawling up the bank.

From Project Gutenberg

But he watched Grandfather Mole narrowly, with a grin on his face, to see what the old chap would do.

From Project Gutenberg

"No, old chap," I answered, pulling the long ears gently till he smiled.

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“Mark, old chap, the attack has begun;” and Hendon handed the letter to the former, who read it through.

From Project Gutenberg

So we went up nearer, because we knew he was a rusty old chap and there might be some fun going.

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