kinchin cove en · NOUN
Meanings
- (UK, obsolete, qualifier:thieves' cant) An orphan beggar boy trained to become a thief.
- (UK, obsolete, qualifier:thieves' cant) A man who robs children.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| kinchin coves | Number=Plur | lexicographic |