Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pickney
Noun
/ˈpɪkni/
Definition
A colloquial term primarily used in Caribbean English, especially in Jamaican Patois, to refer to a child.
Examples
- Look at that pickney playing in the yard.
- The pickneys were excited for the festival.
- She took her pickney to the park for some fresh air.
Meaning
The term is commonly used to describe a young person, particularly in an affectionate or informal context.
Synonyms
- Child
- Kid
- Youngster
