Mince pies

Mince pies

/ˈmɪns paɪz/
Noun Cockney

Cockney rhyming slang for ‘eyes’.

Etymology & History

Cockney rhyming slang for 'eyes'. Traditional Christmas food became slang term in the 19th century. Often shortened to 'minces'. 'Use your mince pies!' means look properly. Shows British humor in creating rhyming slang from cultural staples.

Word Details

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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Victorian
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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