Mate (friend).
China plate
Example Sentences
"He's me best china plate."
"Good to see you, china plate!"
Etymology & History
Cockney rhyming slang for 'mate' (friend). From the 19th century when china plates were becoming common household items. Almost always shortened to 'china'. 'Alright, me old china?' is classic Cockney greeting. Has spread beyond London into general British usage.
Word Details
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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Victorian
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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