Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

sock hop, noun

An informal high school dance popular in the 50s, usually taking place in idyllic locations like a gymnasium or cafeteria.
The girls wore their best poodle skirts to the evening sock hop.

Added on May 11, 2011 by Susan K.

folks, noun

Parents, or a large demographic group of people.
My folks often don't like girls coming over late at night.

Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter

bee's knees, phrase

A way of declaring that something or someone is superb, excellent, or in other words the cat's meow.
Goodness, the boy I sit next to in homeroom is the bee's knees.

Added on May 12, 2011 by Susan K.

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