Old boy, chap, man, etc.

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noun

A term of friendly address often implying on an adult male.

Thanks for your help, old boy!
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A term of friendly address often implying on an adult male.

Often appears as...

  • good old boy
  • see you old boy
noun

A way to refer to a friend or companion.

Hey, chap, long time no see!
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A way to refer to a friend or companion.

Often appears as...

  • old chap
  • dear chap
noun

A way to address a man.

Be careful, man, that's hot!
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A way to address a man.

Often appears as...

  • come on man
  • oh man
noun

A former male student of a school, college, or university.

He is an old boy of Eton College.
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A former male student of a school, college, or university.

Often appears as...

  • eton old boy
  • school old boy

Usage tips

Academic

noun

A term of friendly address often implying on an adult male.

Thanks for your help, old boy!
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A term of friendly address often implying on an adult male.

Often appears as...

  • good old boy
  • see you old boy
noun

A way to refer to a friend or companion.

Hey, chap, long time no see!
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A way to refer to a friend or companion.

Often appears as...

  • old chap
  • dear chap
noun

A way to address a man.

Be careful, man, that's hot!
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A way to address a man.

Often appears as...

  • come on man
  • oh man
noun

A former male student of a school, college, or university.

He is an old boy of Eton College.
Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc." - A former male student of a school, college, or university.

Often appears as...

  • eton old boy
  • school old boy

Usage tips

Academic

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Visual representation of "old boy, chap, man, etc."
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Familiar Tone

Used among friends or people comfortable with each other, indicates close relationship or warm feelings.

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Don't worry, old boy, I've got your back!
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Old-fashioned Charm

Has an old-timey feel that can add a playful, nostalgic, or respectful tone to a conversation.

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You're a true gentleman, old boy!
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Not Literally Old

It doesn't mean the person is old in age; it's just a friendly way to address someone.

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How's it going, old boy?
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