Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

rolly-polly

A physically plump individual, typically with rosy cheeks, who may resemble Santa Clause.
My granddaughter is pretty rolly-polly, so lets have her hand out presents this year.

Added on May 9, 2011 by danielslaughter

chap, noun

A young man who is on the verge of maturity.
I bet that chap's old-man is sure proud of him.

Added on May 11, 2011 by danielslaughter

lexicon, noun

/lex-i-con/

A whirlpool of words that define a certain geography of words or phrases.
As a space pioneer, my lexicon will include words that are both loving and leaving.

Added on July 7, 2021 by Eric Johnson

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