chills

1. 1
   nouncountableplural

   A feeling that brings goose bumps to your skin, from cold, a tickle, fear, or other strong feelings.

   That scary story gave me chills.

   The singer's last high note sent chills down my arms.

   Similarshivers, goosebumps

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2. 2
   nouncountableplural

   A feeling of being cold that is a sign of many health problems.

   She stayed home from school with a fever and chills.

   If the chills come back tonight, call your doctor.

   Similarshivers

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3. 3
   verb

   Third-person singular simple present of chill. Use it with he, she, it, or one person or thing.

   My dad chills the drinks before every party.

   On Sundays my brother just chills at home.

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4. 4
   noun

   Plural of chill. Use it for more than one chill.

   The night chills in the desert can be sharp, so bring a warm coat.

   Early chills in September told us that winter was coming.

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