Holy Ghost

Holy Ghost

HOLY GHOST /holy ghost/
Noun London

Rhyming slang for toast.

Example Sentences

"Fancy some holy ghost for breakfast?"
"Pass the holy ghost, will ya?"

Etymology & History

Rhymes with "toast". Religious-themed rhyming slang from the early 20th century, considered mildly irreverent.

Word Details

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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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