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singing hinny

(UK) A kind of bannock or scone with currants, traditional in the north of England.

ˈsɪŋɪŋ ˈhɪni168 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

(UK) A kind of bannock or scone with currants, traditional in the north of England.

Origin: Hinny (from honey) is a term of endearment in the dialects of the Newcastle area. The "singing" is the sizzling sound of the lard or butter during cooking. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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