"granny specs" meaning in All languages combined

See granny specs on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Head templates: {{en-noun|p}} granny specs pl (plural only)
  1. (informal) A pair of spectacles with round lenses in a light metal frame. Tags: informal, plural, plural-only Categories (topical): Eyewear Synonyms: granny glasses, John Lennon glasses
    Sense id: en-granny_specs-en-noun-I3AUbQlW Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English pluralia tantum

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