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silver surfer

British  

noun

  1. informal an older, esp retired, person who uses the internet

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Older adults are one of the most divergent cohort of technology users, from "silver surfer" innovators to those who have little experience or confidence.

From Salon • Oct. 10, 2022

Curbside travelers have come to include large numbers of "silver surfer" retirees, business commuters, and—once again for intercity bus travel—women riding alone.

From BusinessWeek • Apr. 7, 2011

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