Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

Bob's your uncle, phrase

A way of exclaiming "and there you have it."
If in need of a calming beverage, boil hot water, add a slice of lemon, and Bob's your uncle.

Added on May 10, 2011 by Susan K.

more than carter’s have liver pills, phrase

Having a huge amount of something - way more than what is needed.
You’ve got more food here than Carter’s has liver pills!

Added on July 19, 2021 by Zach M.

Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, phrase

An exclamation of being flabergasted, like being exhausted by the events.
Jesus, Mary, and Joseph! The dog jumped on the davenport again?!?!?

Added on July 13, 2021 by Zach M.

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