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gregory
What does gregory mean?
The shortened form of 'Gregory Peck', Cockney rhyming slang for neck.
"He's got a right crick in his gregory this morning."
Origin
Clip of 'Gregory Peck' ('Peck' rhymes with 'neck').
Frequently asked questions
What does 'gregory' mean in Cockney?
It means 'neck'. It's the clipped form of 'Gregory Peck', where 'Peck' rhymes with 'neck'.
Who was Gregory Peck?
Gregory Peck was a famous American film actor; his name was adopted purely because 'Peck' rhymes with 'neck'.
How do you use 'gregory'?
To refer to the neck, e.g. 'he's got a right crick in his gregory this morning'.
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