Definitions
Wiktionary
- n. humorous A brief interval of forgetfulness or inattention.
WordNet 3.0
- n. a momentary lapse of memory (especially in older people)
Etymologies
- An allusion to the memory difficulties sometimes experienced by senior citizens. (Wiktionary)
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johnmperry or you can't find the glasses on top of your head Jul 25, 2008
cricket Is this like a blonde moment? Feb 26, 2008
michaelchang If you forget where you put the car keys you are not getting old, you just had a senior moment Feb 26, 2008