Where does “Cockney” come from?
Cockney derives from Middle English cokenay, a word of uncertain origin and meaning.
Cockney (English): From the East End of London, or London generally;...
Definitions
- From the East End of London, or London generally;...
Ancestry of “Cockney”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middle English | cokenay | cockney |