noun
jakey
noun
1
Slang, chiefly British and Scottish, for a homeless person who drinks heavily.
"A couple of jakeys were sitting on the bench sharing a bottle."
How to Use Jakey
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal and derogatory term for a homeless alcoholic.
When to use it
Offensive slang — avoid in polite or formal contexts.
Word Forms
jakeys plural, jakies plural
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