noun

jakey

Jakey (noun) means Slang, chiefly British and Scottish, for a homeless person who drinks heavily. Example: “A couple of jakeys were sitting on the bench sharing a bottle.”

noun

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 notes

In 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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Rhymes for jakey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “jakey” mean?

The word “jakey” means slang, chiefly British and Scottish, for a homeless person who drinks heavily. In plain terms, an informal and derogatory term for a homeless alcoholic.

How do you use “jakey” in a sentence?

Here is “jakey” used in a sentence: “A couple of jakeys were sitting on the bench sharing a bottle.”

What part of speech is “jakey”?

“Jakey” is a noun.

What is the meaning of jakey?

"jakey" (noun) means slang, chiefly British and Scottish, for a homeless person who drinks heavily.

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