Term of endearment, like honey.
Hinny
HIN-ee
ˈhɪni
Noun
Example Sentences
"Alright hinny?"
"Come here hinny."
Etymology & History
Geordie affectionate term. From honey with Tyneside pronunciation.
Word Details
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Region
Newcastle/Tyneside
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Era
1800s
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Language
none
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Formality
informal
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