What does mossback mean?
A person who is conservative in their views or opinions, often in a way that is seen as old-fashioned or out of touch with modern society. A type of fish, specifically a sturgeon, that has a moss-like growth on its back.
Example
"The mossback politician was criticized for his outdated views on social media."
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