old woman

old Often when speaking of mother or wife they say "the old woman". It is no term of contempt or even of direspect, but may be one of affection. PRINTED ITEM G.M.Story February 1964 Used I and Sup Not used Withdrawn

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Summary:old Often when speaking of mother or wife they say "the old woman". It is no term of contempt or even of direspect, but may be one of affection. PRINTED ITEM G.M.Story February 1964 Used I and Sup Not used Withdrawn