1. a man or boy; fellow
Usage: informal; chiefly British
2. a crack or split in the skin

1. to crack or split, especially from dryness or cold

Examples

• He’s a nice chap who always helps his neighbors.
• The old chap told us stories about his youth.
• Cold winter air can chap your lips.
• Her hands were chapped from working outside.
• Apply lotion to prevent your skin from chapping.
• The chap on his lip was painful.
• Wind and sun caused deep chaps in his face.