Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

picture show, noun

/pick-cher-sho/

Movie.
Jeepers, I remember when it only cost 5 cents to see a picture show!

Added on May 11, 2011 by gramps

had a ball

To previously undergo excitement at an event.
Gregory and I had a ball last weekend at the drive-in. We even bought a popcorn to share!

Added on April 23, 2012 by danielslaughter

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

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