Synonyms for old chap

Grammar : Noun

Définition of old chap

As in old man : noun an affectionate address

Example sentences :

I have in mind one old chap who used to herd the sheep on my uncle's farm.
Extract from : « Ballads of a Bohemian » by Robert W. Service

I daresay she's right, old chap, only I'd like to be regular myself.
Extract from : « The Foolish Lovers » by St. John G. Ervine

"We'd better leave the old chap alone for a bit," announced Jim.
Extract from : « With Trapper Jim in the North Woods » by Lawrence J. Leslie

From the first, Alfred says, the old chap's only repartee was, 'You wait and you'll see!'
Extract from : « Alice Adams » by Booth Tarkington

"Hope I've not kept you waiting, old chap," said his lordship genially.
Extract from : « Ruggles of Red Gap » by Harry Leon Wilson

"I want your help, old chap, in case it's needed," he began.
Extract from : « Ruggles of Red Gap » by Harry Leon Wilson

You've got to convince the old chap on the bench or you won't get a verdict.
Extract from : « Changing Winds » by St. John G. Ervine

My dear old chap, things have been happening, and I must tell you all about it.
Extract from : « The Stark Munro Letters » by J. Stark Munro

So tempting, you know, old chap, I couldn't resist sketching him!
Extract from : « The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol. 1 (of 2) » by Harry Furniss

There was one old chap that we'll call Dillaway—Ebenezer Dillaway.
Extract from : « Cape Cod Stories » by Joseph C. Lincoln

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