Slang word of the day: owl

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owl

noun

• acronym for "Older Wiser Learner". A euphemism for an older person enrolled in college courses. (Often also called "returning student".)

  In 2005, the 63-years-old Kates, who refers to himself as a true Temple Owl (Older Wiser Learner), stood with his fellow classmates, as he received his Associate of Science degree in Horticulture.
  
  -- "James Kates: A Lifelong Hobby Becomes A College Degree", Ambler Campus of Temple University - Admissions

-- Walter (waltergr@aol.com)