penny weight, noun
A very tiny measurement of weight.
She's so tiny she cannot weigh any more than a penny weight.
Added on May 9, 2011 by danielslaughter
johnny cakes, noun
Simple corn bread made from corn meal and often served with honey and/or butter for toppings. This particular type of elderly delicacy is often served as a desert or along side soups such as chili.
I'm looking forward to the Johnny cakes ma' made us.
Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter
old grey mare, phrase
Comes from old song speaking of female horse that is past her prime. Used to speak of others, especially women, who are past their prime.
All the women in the parlor are just cackling Old Grey Mares.
Added on May 11, 2011 by Anonymous