cockney (Meaning)

Wordnet

cockney (n)

a native of the east end of London

the nonstandard dialect of natives of the east end of London

Wordnet

cockney (a)

characteristic of Cockneys or their dialect

relating to or resembling a cockney

Webster

cockney (n.)

An effeminate person; a spoilt child.

A native or resident of the city of London; -- used contemptuously.

Webster

cockney (a.)

Of or relating to, or like, cockneys.

Synonyms & Antonyms of cockney

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cockney Sentence Examples

  1. In the bustling London market, a lively Cockney vendor hawked his wares with a singsong voice.
  2. The old man reminisced about his childhood in the East End, sharing stories of Cockney life in the early 20th century.
  3. The play's characters spoke in a thick Cockney accent, adding a touch of authenticity to the London setting.
  4. Recognizing the Cockney rhyming slang, I chuckled at the clever way they disguised their true meaning.
  5. He wore a flat cap, a classic accessory associated with the working-class Cockney image.
  6. The museum exhibit explored the history of the Cockneys, showcasing their unique culture and traditions.
  7. Learning Cockney rhyming slang can be a fun way to add a bit of London flair to your conversations.
  8. The energetic music hall performances were a popular form of entertainment for the Cockney working class.
  9. The cheerful pub bustled with laughter and lively conversations, a quintessential Cockney scene.
  10. Despite gentrification, pockets of London still retain a touch of the old Cockney charm.

FAQs About the word cockney

a native of the east end of London, the nonstandard dialect of natives of the east end of London, characteristic of Cockneys or their dialect, relating to or re

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In the bustling London market, a lively Cockney vendor hawked his wares with a singsong voice.

The old man reminisced about his childhood in the East End, sharing stories of Cockney life in the early 20th century.

The play's characters spoke in a thick Cockney accent, adding a touch of authenticity to the London setting.

Recognizing the Cockney rhyming slang, I chuckled at the clever way they disguised their true meaning.