| die-hard | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a person who resists change or who holds onto an untenable position or outdated attitude |
| 2. | (modifier) obstinately resistant to change |
| 'die-hardism | |
| —n | |
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |