lollipop lady

English

Etymology

Because the signs they carry resemble giant lollipops.

Pronunciation

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Noun

lollipop lady (plural lollipop ladies)

(British, Australia) A female school crossing attendant.

Synonyms

lollipop man (male equivalent)
crossing guard (US)

Translations

a female school crossing attendant — see also lollipop man,‎ crossing guard,‎ school crossing attendant

Icelandic: gangbrautarvörður m

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