Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

rumble seat, phrase

A seat in the trunk of a car that folds down.
We did the hanky panky in the rumble seat.

Added on July 9, 2011 by Turner

all dolled up, phrase

To be appropriately dressed in such a way that you're ready for the evening ahead of you. Typically to be glamorous.
Missy was all dolled up for the evening with her blouse and brooch, while Theodore had only his every-day slacks at hand.

Added on February 21, 2012 by danielslaughter

bobblehead, adjective

Someone who is overly ditzy to the point of not knowing what’s going on around them.
Stop being a bobblehead and get back to work.

Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter

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