sobersides

[ soh-ber-sahydz ]

noun

, (used with a singular verb)

, plural so·ber·sides.

1. a humorless or habitually serious person.

sobersides

/ ˈsəʊbəˌsaɪdz /

noun

1. functioning as singular a solemn and sedate person

Derived Forms

• ˈsoberˌsided, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of sobersides¹

First recorded in 1695–1705; sober + side ¹ + -s ³

Example Sentences

Barrett's a good old sobersides hoss; you can always count on old Barrett.

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My business is to prevent young sobersides, young Inkle, from appearing, to interrupt the ceremony.

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"Come and give me a hand at this training business, old Sobersides," said Ned, with a laugh.

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Its womenfolks andand an interest in one that makes a man a sobersides.

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When I get in a tight corner again, Ill never wish for a better side-partner than you, old sobersides!

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