Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

rabbit ears, phrase

/rah-bit eerz/

Indoor television antennae, usually covered with balls of aluminum foil used for getting the 2-3 channels available. Must be frequently repositioned.
That's right Susie! Hold the rabbit ears right like that so we can see Walter Cronkite clearly.

Added on May 14, 2011 by Cheryl S

you're a trip, phrase

You're a bizarre individual.

Added on July 9, 2011 by Turner

dirty pool, phrase

Refers to shady behavior or dishonest dealings
Changing the Early Bird Special start time without warning was dirty pool in Herbert’s opinion.

Added on July 19, 2021 by Kenjamin

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