twirly
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Meaning · English
An old age pensioner or other elderly person, especially one using public transport.
Register: derogatory, slang
Examples
Some passengers do try to use passes fraudulently and the time restriction on OAP passes can sometimes lead to arguments (the so-called "twirlies" — "Am I too early?") but seldom to assaults.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “twirly” mean?
An old age pensioner or other elderly person, especially one using public transport.
Is “twirly” formal or informal?
twirly is generally derogatory, slang.