Complete Definition of "cockney"

English

Noun
en-noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of parts of the East End of London
  2. the accent and speech mannerisms of these people

Usage notes
Traditionally, applies only to those born within earshot of the bells of St Mary-le-Bow, Cheapside

Adjective
cockney

  1. of, or relating to these people or their accent

Derived terms
cockney rhyming slang

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