TWIRLY

Etymology 1

Adjective

twirly (comparative twirlier, superlative twirliest)

coiled or curly

Etymology 2

Noun

twirly (plural twirlies)

(Britain, slang, sometimes derogatory) an old age pensioner or other elderly person, especially one using public transport.

Synonyms

• coffin dodger, geriatric, senior citizen; see also old person

Source: Wiktionary



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