Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
old-harry
noun
/ˌoʊld ˈhæri/
Definition
A term or expression that signifies causing trouble or mayhem.
Examples
- “The storm really made old Harry out of our plans for the picnic.”
- “He often stirs up old Harry during meetings, making it hard to reach a decision.”
Meaning
The phrase ‘old Harry’ can refer to someone who causes a lot of disorder or difficulty. It can also be used to denote something that is particularly troublesome or chaotic.
Synonyms
- chaos
- disorder
- trouble
- mayhem
