Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

trousers, noun

A pair of pants of lower class and quality than slacks. Typical trousers will consist of work pants, jeans, or other pants made from heavier materials.
I'll need to pick up another pair of trousers as I've just ripped me a hole in these.

Added on May 11, 2011 by danielslaughter

underpants, noun

Male underwear.
Later we're going to pull down our underpants and give the old-lady a real mooning.

Added on July 14, 2021 by danielslaughter

got me hanging

To be left in a state of suspense, uncertainty, or waiting for something, like a decision or answer, without receiving it.
When asked a question and you don't know the answer, one might reply... "You got me hanging."

Added on March 21, 2025 by Frances

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