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

sock hop, noun

An informal high school dance popular in the 50s, usually taking place in idyllic locations like a gymnasium or cafeteria.
The girls wore their best poodle skirts to the evening sock hop.

Added on May 11, 2011 by Susan K.

doughboy, noun

Soldiers found particularly in World War I, however the name originates from the Mexican-American War of 1846. The term lost popularity after World War II due to the acceptance of other terms such as G.I., troop, and dogface.
That doughboy is a fine piece of meat.

Added on May 9, 2011 by Nick N.

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