General
peckham rye
What does peckham rye mean?
A necktie. Named after Peckham Rye, the south London park and common. Usually kept in full because 'put a Peckham on' would mean nothing to anyone, but real heads will drop the 'Rye' when the context is obvious.
"Stick a Peckham Rye on, it's a job interview not a beach trip."
Origin
Cockney rhyming slang, after Peckham Rye in south London.
Frequently asked questions
What does Peckham Rye mean?
Peckham Rye is Cockney rhyming slang for a tie (the neckwear).
How do you use Peckham Rye in a sentence?
"Straighten your Peckham Rye, you're meeting the boss."
Where does Peckham Rye come from?
It's Cockney rhyming slang built on Peckham Rye, a place in south London, chosen because it rhymes with 'tie'.
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