Определение слова «guv» на английский

noun

1. (UK, Ireland, chiefly London, informal) A form of address to a man, usually a stranger or a superior.

   • Spare two quid, guv? I 'aven't eaten since yesterday.
   • Right away, guv... I mean, sarge.

2. (UK, informal) A male prison officer.

   • We cover up the window so the guvs can't see us.