codger
[ˈkɒdʒə]
[ˈkɑdʒɚ]
A codger is an old man who's a bit grumpy or set in his ways. Imagine your great-grandfather being called a codger - it doesn't have to be mean-spirited.
Codgers are often used to describe men over 60, but not all older men are considered codgers. The word can be a little playful and is sometimes used by friends or family members to tease someone who's become a bit eccentric with age. For example, "My neighbor's always complaining about the noise from the kids - he's such a codger!" In some cases, however, being called a codger might not be a compliment - it can imply that the person is out of touch or too stubborn to change their ways.
How common is "codger"?
Word codger is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
An amusingly eccentric or grumpy and usually elderly man.
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