Meaning of the word hackney in English
What does hackney mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hackney
US /ˈhæk.ni/
UK /ˈhæk.ni/
Noun
1.
a horse of a breed used for riding and driving, typically having a high-stepping gait
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The elegant hackney trotted gracefully down the lane.
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He rode a beautiful hackney in the parade.
2.
a carriage or coach kept for hire
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In old London, one could hail a hackney for a ride across town.
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The driver of the hackney waited patiently for his fare.
Adjective
lacking in originality; trite
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His speech was full of hackneyed phrases and clichés.
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The plot of the movie was so hackneyed that I could predict every twist.
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