Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

bubbler, noun

/bub-ler/

A drinking fountain.
Have you seen a bubbler around here? I'm parched!

Added on March 21, 2025 by Cherilyn D.

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.

hitch in your get-along, phrase

When a person is hobbled or slowed in some way by an obstacle or other impediment.
Harvey would love to go to the dance, but with the cold and his bum leg he's got a real hitch in his get-along.

Added on May 9, 2011 by Ken Clinkenbeard

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