Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

pocketbook, noun

/pock-it-buhk/

A place where currency, especially coins, are kept on one's person, usually during difficult economic times. Similar to a wallet or purse, but much more difficult to open.
The price of gas these days is sure hard on my pocketbook.

Added on May 10, 2011 by gramps

bunk, noun

/bun-ck/

Something which has no meaning or purpose; nonsense.
I'm going to level with you here for a second. Your mother's peach cobbler, even with the dollop of sugary goo, is bunk.

Added on August 18, 2011 by danielslaughter

black cow, noun

Root beer and vanilla ice cream blended to make a milkshake. A variation on the Boston Cooler.
A black cow at the soda shoppe is the perfect way to end a date.

Added on March 21, 2025 by Melissa G

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