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duke of kent
What does duke of kent mean?
Rent. The monthly hit to the landlord, dressed in royal robes for comic effect.
"Can't, mate — Duke of Kent's due Friday and I'm short."
Origin
Cockney rhyming slang. The royal title 'Duke of Kent' rhymes with 'rent' — a working-class Londoner's gentle dig at the people who never had to worry about paying it.
Frequently asked questions
What does Duke of Kent mean in Cockney rhyming slang?
It's rhyming slang for "rent" — the money you owe your landlord.
How do you use Duke of Kent in a sentence?
"I can't come out this weekend, I've got to sort the Duke of Kent."
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