The Macquarie dictionary

by Arthur Delbridge (editor), J.R.L. Bernard (editor), D. Blair (editor)

Genres: Reference, Nonfiction

2062 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1981

Reviews

[Manny]

old, adj.

1. Of European structures. Victorian.
"Charming old property, in need of some renovation" (Estate agent's catalogue)

2. Of indigenous structures. Having existed for more than ten thousand years.
"If we could just blow up this old shit, the fucking mineral rights would be worth two billion dollars" (Clive "Fatty McFuckhead" Palmer)

cold, adj.

1. Of outdoor temperatures. Under 15°C.
"It's fucking cold out there, better wear a coat!" (Not)

2. Of indoor temperatures. Under 15°C.
"It's not cold in here, why don't you wear a coat?" (Not)