batcheldore

Updated: May 20, 2025

'I'm a single man what you might call a batcheldore. I'm mild in my 'abits, which these kids'll tell you the same, and I'd like to 'ave the pleasure of walkin' out with you next Sunday. 'Lor! said the queen cook, ''ow sudden you are, mister. 'Walking out means you're going to be married, said Anthea. 'Why not get married and have done with it? I would.

E. (Edith) Nesbit - The Phoenix and the Carpet