ould one

An Irish colloquial term used to refer to an elderly woman or one's mother, often in an affectionate or familiar manner.

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Definition

B2Everyday Conversation

(colloquial, affectionate)An elderly woman, often spoken of with familiarity or affection.

Example

  • The ould one down the street always has a kind word for everyone.

B2Family

(colloquial, humorous)One's mother, used informally and sometimes humorously.

Example

  • I told the ould one I'd be home for dinner.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ould one":

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