Rhyming Slang (Noun)
Meaning
Slang that replaces words with rhyming words or expressions and then typically omits the rhyming component; "Cockney rhyming slang".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- Cockney rhyming slang was commonly used by the working-class Londoners to confuse outsiders and avoid detection by law enforcement.
- In some London neighborhoods, locals would often use rhyming slang to add a touch of humor or creativity to their everyday conversations.
- A popular example of Cockney rhyming slang is 'bread and honey,' which actually means 'money.'
- Using rhyming slang became an integral part of London's cultural identity and remains an important part of the city's history.
- Some phrases, like 'apples and pears,' are well-known examples of Cockney rhyming slang for 'stairs.'