Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

darling, adjective

/darr-lin-g/

A word used to describe someone who is your loved one; typically spouse. Often used by women to describe their husband or lads.
Darling, please go fetch me another tea from the teapot on the range.

Added on May 17, 2011 by Anonymous

rumble seat, phrase

A seat in the trunk of a car that folds down.
We did the hanky panky in the rumble seat.

Added on July 9, 2011 by Turner

bet the farm on it, phrase

The unadvised act of putting all your assets into one idea, concept, or goal for something you cannot afford to loose.
I wouldn't bet the farm on it the customer will purchase your products from that dime store.

Added on August 31, 2011 by danielslaughter

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