chips

chips
I
Everyday English Slang in Ireland
n french fries
II
Kiwi (New Zealand Slang)
french fries
III
South African Slang
Origin: Original South African English coinages
"Watch out!", as in "Chips chips everyone, here comes the teacher!" (distinct from the food or snack). Also often used when something gets thrown. Compare "heads up!".

English dialects glossary. 2013.

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