chin-chin: Meaning and Definition of

chin-chin

Pronunciation: (chin'chin"), [key]
— n., v., interj. -chinned, -chin•ning,
—n.
  1. polite and ceremonious speech.
  2. light conversation; chitchat.
—v.i.
  1. to speak politely and ceremoniously.
  2. to talk casually and lightly; chat.
—interj.
  1. (used as a greeting or farewell.)
  2. (used as a toast, as in drinking to someone's health.)
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