Hackney
2 synonyms for Hackney, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A carriage, cab, or vehicle available for public hire.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
hackney coach
hackney carriage
Etymology
From the London borough of Hackney, once known for pastures where horses were kept for hire.
Full origin of Hackney →Frequently asked questions
What does “Hackney” mean?
The word “Hackney” means a carriage, cab, or vehicle available for public hire. In plain terms, a vehicle for hire, or (as an adjective) worn out through overuse.
How do you pronounce “Hackney”?
“Hackney” is pronounced hak-nee (/hækni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Hackney” in a sentence?
Here is “Hackney” used in a sentence: “They hailed a hackney to take them across town.”
What part of speech is “Hackney”?
Depending on how it is used, “Hackney” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “Hackney” have?
“Hackney” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a carriage, cab, or vehicle available for public hire.
