A Birmingham gangster, now famous from TV series.
Peaky Blinder
PEE-kee BLYN-der
ˈpiːki ˈblaɪndər
Noun
Example Sentences
"Real Peaky Blinder."
"Like the Peaky Blinders."
Etymology & History
Brummie term for gang member from Peaky Blinders gang. Peak (cap) with razor blade.
Word Details
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Region
Birmingham
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Era
1800s
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Language
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Formality
neutral
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