cael a chael

Welsh

Verb

cael a chael (defective)

  1. (idiomatic) to have a close shave, to barely achieve

Usage notes

Finite forms do not exist for this verb.

Adverb

cael a chael

  1. touch and go

References

  • R. J. Thomas, G. A. Bevan, P. J. Donovan, A. Hawke et al., editors (1950–present), “cael a chael”, in Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru Online (in Welsh), University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh & Celtic Studies
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