HONKY - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

(slang) offensive names for a White man

Synonyms

Honkie, Honky, Honkey, Whitey

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "honky" comes from Wolof honq.

🔗 Related Words

hunky – A related word in the same word family.

bohunk – A related word in the same word family.

hunky – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Related words show how one ancient root could spawn dozens of modern meanings.