Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

cute as a button, phrase

A statement claiming someone, typically a baby, is cute. Why a physical "button" is cute is a legend few understand other than it may represent facial roundness and symmetry.
Betty's new baby boy is cute as a button.

Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter

button your lip, phrase

What a parent would say to their child when he or she started to talk back to them.
You better button your lip before I have to shut it for you.

Added on May 11, 2011 by Bob P.

old-lady, noun

Your mother, or your wife.
My old-lady is at me again to ease up on our pocketbook.

Added on May 18, 2011 by danielslaughter

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