Cockney rhyming slang for ‘eyes’.
Mince pies
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.
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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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