noun
- a light, horse-drawn carriage used in India and other parts of Asia
- tea, especially as a beverage
Usage: also spelled chai; historical; chiefly British
Usage: informal; chiefly British; from Hindi chai
Examples
- The colonial official traveled through the streets in a chay.
- In India, a chay was a common form of transportation for travelers.
- She ordered a cup of chay at the café.
- The driver of the chay navigated the narrow market lanes skillfully.
- A warm chay helped them relax after their long journey.