"Old Sparky" meaning in English

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Proper name

Head templates: {{en-prop|head=Old Sparky}} Old Sparky
  1. (US, slang) Nickname for an electric chair used for executions. Tags: US, slang Categories (topical): Capital punishment, Chairs, Electricity
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