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cheeky

adjectiveInformal

A British English slang term. Browse all British slang.

What it means

  1. Impertinent in a way that is more amusing than offensive.

  2. Of an indulgence: small, unplanned and mildly naughty. A cheeky pint, a cheeky takeaway.

    This second sense is now the more common one, and it attaches to almost any treat.

In use

  • Don't be cheeky to your gran.

    Note: The original sense, mostly said to children.

  • Fancy a cheeky pint after work?

    Note: Nothing rude is implied — cheeky here just means 'slightly indulgent'.