CHEVY (2)

Chev″y (?), n. [Written also chivy, and chivvy.] [[Prob. fr. the ballad of Chevy Chase; cf. Prov. E. chevychase a noise, confusion, pursuit.]] 1. 1. A cry used in hunting.
2. 2. A hunt; chase; pursuit.
3. 3. The game of prisoners' base. See Base, n., 24.