Bob Proczko's definitions

darbs

1920's, A person with ready money, who can always be relied upon to pay the check.

Don't worry about the check, Myrtle, Al is darbs.

by Bob Proczko October 16, 2006

boiler factory

1920's An undesirable boy or girl, and ugly or unattractive person.

I would never go to the dance with Harry. Would you want to be seen with that boiler factory?

by Bob Proczko October 16, 2006

barney

A scandal-walker, a young man who attempts to go too far with his dates. A lothario.

Eunice, keep away from that barney. If you don't let him pet he makes you get out and walk.

by Bob Proczko October 16, 2006

boffos

1920's, Dollars, berries, or jack, money, particularly pieces of currency.

Hand over the boffos, Al, I need to get to the bank before it closes.

by Bob Proczko October 16, 2006

beasel

Like a flapper, but slightly more advanced. A young girl who is not inclined to get out and walk. A girl who is shyly open to advances.

Catch a peep at that little beasel. I'd bet that she hasn't any bunions!

by Bob Proczko October 16, 2006

cluck

A girl who is a clumsy dancer. Jazz age slang.

Where's Mabel? I gave that cluck the air. The band is hot tonight, and I want to have a little fun. Last dance my knees were practically black and blue.

by Bob Proczko October 16, 2006

cake eater

A habitual bun duster. One who dines out but is remiss in repaying his or her social obligations.

I will not have that cake eater to dinner again.

by Bob Proczko October 16, 2006