Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

don't get your panties in a knot, phrase

Said to an individual when they are acting with haste about a situation and worried about the outcome.
Boy, don't get your panties in a knot! I'll be done in the restroom when I'm done.

Added on May 8, 2011 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

a watched pot never boils, phrase

A reminder that things happen in their own time, thus fretting is futile.
Mother reminded Timmy that, "a watched pot never boils," while he anxiously stared at the rotary Friday night.

Added on December 16, 2011 by Susan K.

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