twirly

== English == === Pronunciation === (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈtwɜː.liː/ === Etymology 1 === From twirl +‎ -y. ==== Adjective ==== twirly (comparative twirlier, superlative twirliest) coiled or curly === Etymology 2 === Blend of too +‎ early from the question "Am I too early [to use my pass]?" frequently asked of bus drivers, etc. by holders of OAP/senior citizen or similar travel passes that are not valid before a certain time (usually 9:30am). ==== Noun ==== twirly (plural twirlies) (British, Ireland, slang, sometimes derogatory) an old age pensioner or other elderly person, especially one using public transport. ===== Synonyms ===== coffin dodger, geriatric, senior citizen; see also Thesaurus:old person