(historical) In England, formerly, the highest court of judicature next to the Parliament, exercising jurisdiction at law, but chiefly in equity; but under the jurisdiction act of 1873 it became the chancery division of the High Court of Justice, and now exercises jurisdiction only in equity.

(boxing) With the head of an antagonist under one's arm, so that one can pommel it with the other fist at will. / (figuratively) In an awkward situation; wholly under the power of someone else.

A senior secretary or official with administrative or legal duties, sometimes in charge of some area of government such as finance or justice.

The status of being a chancellor.

(music) A division of a pipe organ for accompanying a choir.

plural of chancellor

(Britain, idiomatic) Synonym of no chance or fat chance with a somewhat more cheerful attitude.

The rank or post of a chancellor / The office or staff of a chancellor / The building in which such an office is situated

plural of chancel

Achieved without taking chances. / Without random chance. / Having no chance or opportunity. / (cricket, not comparable) Without a chance of being dismissed.