Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

Boston Cooler, noun

/Boston Cooler/

Ginger ale and vanilla ice cream blended to create a milkshake. Its origins are in Detroit, and the preferred ginger ale is Vernors.
The summer air was so hot, we stopped for a Boston Cooler at the ice cream stand.

Added on March 21, 2025 by Melissa G

have a cow, phrase

To have a hissy fit over something. To complain or react strongly to something.
Don't have a cow, mom... it's just a small speeding ticket!

Added on May 14, 2011 by Cheryl S

rubber, noun

Condom, or male prophylactic.
Fredric failed to use a rubber and now he has a litter of his own.

Added on May 8, 2011 by danielslaughter

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