Mayhap

Although recent etymology has added "-s" to this word, Mayhap is actually a 16th century term meaning perhaps or perchance. It is actually a derivative of the phrase "may happen" and not a portmanteau of "maybe" and "perhaps".

"I really enjoyed our date. Mayhap I will see you again?"

John has had a cold for nearly a week. Mayhap 'tis time to go to the doctor.

by kimberly183 December 10, 2012

Mayhap

In Stephen King's epic, The Dark Tower Series, Mayhap is a word that means "perhaps"

Roland: Mayhap we can reach the Dark Tower before it falls.

Oy: ayhap!

by Wayne Gall-ent June 22, 2008

Mayhap

A combination of the words maybe and perhaps, used to reflect a possibility.

"Mayhap you should rethink that sentence?"

"Mayhap having dinner at 1am wasn't such a great idea ..."

"Mayhap I should dye my hair green?"

by Caghs April 16, 2009

Mayzap

Someone who love to backstab his friends.

''This guy just did a Mayzap to his friends with 6 Katanas.''

by HiddenIsLove August 25, 2017

Mayhaps

It’s like maybe and perhaps but better

Chris: Liz do you know if there’s any chemistry homework
Liz: Mayhaps

by CLicata77 April 29, 2019

Mayhaps

A term combining the best qualities of the terms "maybe" and "perhaps" into a single superior word.
Often used when planning something mischevious or pretending to be British.

"mayhaps I'll go get fucked up instead of writing this paper"

"care for a spot of tea?"
"mayhaps a bit later"

by TheSanityAssassin November 3, 2004

Mayham

The hip-hop artist from Toronto, not to be confused with the improper spelling of "mayhem".

did you misspell the word "mayhem" you fucking idiot or did you mean the rap channel causemayham?

by urbandictiongary January 7, 2021