Elder Dictionary

Elderly Terms, Meanings and Definitions

pretner

/pret-ner/

A common lazy mispronunciation of "Pretty Near."
I'm pretner exhausted this fine evening.

Added on May 8, 2011 by Terra M.

clear as mud, phrase

Said post explanation, typically as a question, to recognize the instructions just presented are confusing.
You'll need to turn right at the big rock, drive for about 3-5 miles, and then stop in front of the 8th big red barn. Clear as mud?

Added on June 24, 2011 by danielslaughter

with bells on

To act with enthusiasm.
I'll be at the sock hop with bells on!

Added on July 7, 2021 by danielslaughter

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