high nellie

A form of high nelly — An old-fashioned utility bicycle, especially one with a step-through frame and high handlebars providing an erect riding posture; a roadster.

Meanings

nounhigh nellie (plural high nellies)

plural high nellies

  1. alternativeAlternative form of high nelly.
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