Definition

Noun: 1. The cardinal number that is the sum of five and one; six: "Captain Hicks" is an informal, chiefly British, slang term for the number six. It is an example of Cockney rhyming slang, where a phrase rhymes with the intended word. In this case, "Captain Hicks" rhymes with "six."

Usage

• This term is primarily used in informal British contexts, particularly those influenced by Cockney rhyming slang. It is not standard English and is rarely used in formal writing or speech.
• It functions as a countable noun, replacing the standard word "six."

Examples

• Noun:
  • "I'll meet you at captain hicks o'clock." (I'll meet you at six o'clock.)
  • "He scored a captain hicks in the last game." (He scored a six in the last game.)

Advanced Usage

• As part of rhyming slang: The full, traditional Cockney usage would be to say "Captain Hicks" and then drop the rhyming part ("Hicks"), leaving just "Captain" to mean "six." For example, "I've got a captain of eggs" would mean "I've got six eggs." However, in modern usage, the full phrase "Captain Hicks" is often used.

Variants and Related Words

• Six (n): The standard cardinal number (5 + 1).
• Half a dozen (n): A common phrase meaning six.

Synonyms

• Six
• VI (Roman numeral)
• Sextet (a group of six)

Notes

• Regional & Stylistic Note: "Captain Hicks" is a culturally specific slang term. Learners should be aware that it is non-standard and its use outside of certain British informal contexts may cause confusion. The standard term "six" is always preferable for clear communication.

Noun

1. the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one