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Hackney

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Noun — A carriage, cab, or vehicle available for public hire.

Etymology

From the London borough of Hackney, once known for pastures where horses were kept for hire.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Hackney” mean?

The word “Hackney” means a carriage, cab, or vehicle available for public hire. In plain terms, a vehicle for hire, or (as an adjective) worn out through overuse.

How do you pronounce “Hackney”?

“Hackney” is pronounced hak-nee (/hækni/ in IPA).

How do you use “Hackney” in a sentence?

Here is “Hackney” used in a sentence: “They hailed a hackney to take them across town.”

What part of speech is “Hackney”?

Depending on how it is used, “Hackney” can be a noun and an adjective.

How many meanings does “Hackney” have?

“Hackney” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a carriage, cab, or vehicle available for public hire.

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