Donkeys years

Donkey's years

Meaning

1. Cockney rhyming slang for ears. 2. A very long time.

Examples

1. Prince Charles has a fine pair of donkeys. 2. This is the first school reunion we’ve had since 1982. I haven’t seen some of these people in donkey’s years.

Where did it originate?

Britain.

Where is it used?

Mostly Britain.

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