Cockney (noun)

1. A person born within the sound of Bow Bells, which traditionally were the bells of St. Mary-le-Bow Church in Cheapside, London; traditionally, such persons were considered to be true Londoners and were thought to possess a distinctive accent and a lively, resilient quality.
2. A person from London, especially one from the working class, typically considered to be unrefined.

Origin:

The origin of the word "cockney" is uncertain, but it is thought to have originally referred to someone from the east end of london. the word is first recorded in the early 14th century with the meaning "of or relating to the east end of london".

Examples:

1. The newsboy was a real cockney, born within the sound of Bow Bells.
2. In the play, the main character is a poor cockney girl who rises above her humble beginnings.
3. The cockney accent is considered to be one of the most distinctive in England.
4. He was a true cockney, born and raised in the East End of London.
5. The cockney sense of humor is famous for its quick wit and resilience.