Years.
Donkey’s ears
DON-keez EERZ
ˈdɒŋkiz ɪərz
Noun
Example Sentences
"Haven't seen you in donkey's!"
"For donkey's years."
Etymology & History
Cockney rhyming slang. Donkey's ears = years.
Word Details
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Region
London
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Era
1800s
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Language
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Formality
informal
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