Complete Definition of "Hackney"

English

Proper noun
en-proper-noun

  1. A London borough where once upon a time many horses were pastured.
  2. One of several breeds of compact English horses. From the London borough where many such animals were kept.
  3. An English surname.

Adjective
en-adj|-

  1. Available for public hire. From the London borough where many horses were kept for public hire.

Related terms
hack
hackney cab
hackneyed

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