Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

jeepers, interjection

/jee-perz/

A mild exclamation of surprise; a euphemism for Jesus.
Jeepers! I didn't expect your parents to be home already.

Added on May 11, 2011 by Bryan B.

candy is dandy, but liquor is quicker, phrase

A statement saying that alcohol is potent.

Added on July 9, 2011 by Turner

sitting room, noun

/sit-ting room/

Living room.
Come into the sitting room with me.

Added on May 11, 2011 by Pat P.

View all definitions in the glossary Add a definition