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holy ghost
What does holy ghost mean?
Bread, browned. Classic Cockney rhyming slang — Holy Ghost rhymes with toast, and that's the whole trick. Usually kept in full; rarely shortened, because 'pass us the holy' just sounds like a prayer request.
"Stick the kettle on and do us a couple of slices of holy ghost, would you?"
Origin
Traditional Cockney rhyming slang, East End London, 19th–20th century.
Frequently asked questions
What does "Holy Ghost" mean in Cockney slang?
It's Cockney rhyming slang for toast.
How do you use "Holy Ghost" in a sentence?
"Fancy some beans on Holy Ghost for breakfast?"
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