Cockney
2 synonyms for Cockney, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person from the East End of London, traditionally one born within hearing of the Bow Bells; also, more loosely, any working-class Londoner.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use Cockney
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
cockney rhyming slang
a cockney accent
Etymology
First recorded around 1600, from Middle English cokenay, originally meaning a spoilt or pampered child, later used by country folk as a mocking term for city dwellers.
Full origin of Cockney →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cockney” mean?
The word “Cockney” means a person from the East End of London, traditionally one born within hearing of the Bow Bells; also, more loosely, any working-class Londoner. In plain terms, a working-class East Londoner, or the accent they speak.
How do you pronounce “Cockney”?
“Cockney” is pronounced KOK-nee (/ˈkɒk.ni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cockney” in a sentence?
Here is “Cockney” used in a sentence: “Her grandfather was a proud cockney from Bethnal Green.”
What is another word for “Cockney”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Cockney” include pansy and sissy.
What part of speech is “Cockney”?
“Cockney” is a noun.
Where does the word “Cockney” come from?
The word “Cockney” dates back to around 1600 and comes from Middle English. First recorded around 1600, from Middle English cokenay, originally meaning a spoilt or pampered child, later used by country folk as a mocking term for city dwellers.
How many meanings does “Cockney” have?
“Cockney” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person from the East End of London, traditionally one born within hearing of the Bow Bells; also, more loosely, any working-class Londoner.
