Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

smart as a whip, phrase

A person who is exceedingly intelligent. No one knows why they are compared to a whip. Legend has it, it has something to do with Indiana Jones.
Johnny got an A+ on that test! That lad sure is smart as a whip!

Added on May 13, 2011 by Nick N

a watched pot never boils, phrase

A reminder that things happen in their own time, thus fretting is futile.
Mother reminded Timmy that, "a watched pot never boils," while he anxiously stared at the rotary Friday night.

Added on December 16, 2011 by Susan K.

good place to start a restaurant, phrase

A phrase which is said while in an existing restaurant where the service and/or food is not of the liking. Often said to let everyone else know of their distaste and need for a proper restaurant in the same location.
This Applebees establishment is sure a good place to start a restaurant.

Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter

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