Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

long johns, noun

Also known as long underwear. The lining in which people will wear under pants to add a layer of warmth and protection from the bitter cold of winter.
You might want to put on a pair of Grandpa's long johns to keep your nubbins from freezing off.

Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter

mooning, verb

/moon-ing/

To sentimentalize or remember nostalgically. Also used later to describe flashing one's pale buttocks at another person, much like the full moon.
1. He spent the day mooning about his lost love. 2. They drove quickly in their Chevy to not get busted mooning others.

Added on May 12, 2011 by Cheryl S

afield, adverb

/a-feeld/

To travel a large distance away from home. Used to describe people at war, or out hunting.
Both of our lads are afield at war.

Added on May 14, 2011 by danielslaughter

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