Kiddlywink
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kiddlywink is a noun meaning (Cornwall, historical) A small pub only licensed to sell beer or cider.
Meaning
(Cornwall, historical) A small pub only licensed to sell beer or cider.
More Meanings
- (humorous) A child.
- (historical) A small village shop.
Example Sentences
"And we have a notion how much he had to drink in the kiddlywink."
There's a kiddlywink there where my crew and l have spent many a happy hour.”
'Well, kiddlywinks' –she touched her face round the edges– 'we've somebody coming tos ee us. Tomorrow, first thing.'
'My sweet kiddlywinks, we are going on a car trip into the mountains and there we 'll stay in Danny's house in the rainforest.'
Word Forms
- kiddlywinks
- kiddleywink
Synonyms for kiddlywink
Depending on context, synonyms include kiddly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tiddy, cornish, shop, wheal, piddle, cocks.
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