noun

honky

Honky (noun) means a slang, often derogatory, term for a white person, used especially in African-American vernacular. Example: “The term was used as an insult aimed at white authority figures during the 1960s.”

noun

A slang, often derogatory, term for a white person, used especially in African-American vernacular.

"The term was used as an insult aimed at white authority figures during the 1960s."

How to use honky

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA slang racial term for a white person, historically used as a term of protest or insult.

When to use it

Considered a racial slur and offensive; avoid in normal usage.

Word forms

honkies plural

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Etymology

Likely derived from "hunky", an earlier slang term for Central and Eastern European immigrant laborers, itself from "Hungarian".

Rhymes for honky

wonky

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Frequently asked questions

What does “honky” mean?

The word “honky” means a slang, often derogatory, term for a white person, used especially in African-American vernacular. In plain terms, a slang racial term for a white person, historically used as a term of protest or insult.

How do you use “honky” in a sentence?

Here is “honky” used in a sentence: “The term was used as an insult aimed at white authority figures during the 1960s.”

What part of speech is “honky”?

“Honky” is a noun.

What is the meaning of honky?

"honky" (noun) means a slang, often derogatory, term for a white person, used especially in African-American vernacular.