Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

whipper-snappers, noun

/hwip-er-snap-ers/

An arrogant or ornery young person Usually the partially grow up version of a little bugger.
That dang whipper-snapper threw my newspaper right threw a window and didn't even apologize!

Added on October 7, 2011 by Brent

jockey box, noun

The compartment in your car in which you typically put your registration - similar to the "glove compartment."
I keep my insurance in my jockey box.

Added on December 5, 2012 by Trista Witherspoon

copse, noun

A small to medium forest dense with vegetation and limited view.
Quickly Harriet, we need to hide from your father in this copse so he cannot find us together.

Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter

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