Dad and Dave

British

/ dæd ən deɪv /

noun

stereotypes of the unsophisticated rural dweller before World War II

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Etymology

Origin of Dad and Dave

from characters in the stories of Steele Rudd, pen name of Arthur Hoey Davis (1868–1935), Australian author

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Dad and Dave

When Dad and Dave died, Rob thought I was finally “back.”

From Slate ● Dec. 4, 2022

Dad and Dave left a dray-load of corn and joined in the hunt.

From On Our Selection by Steele Rudd

It was when Dad and Dave were away after kangaroo-scalps that Joe was most appreciated.

From On Our Selection by Steele Rudd

Dad and Dave spoke at the same time.

From On Our Selection by Steele Rudd

Dad and Dave rode steadily along and arrived at Eastbrook before mid-day.

From On Our Selection by Steele Rudd

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