tall one

noun

, Informal.

1. a beverage, especially an alcoholic drink, in a tall glass.

Example Sentences

“Literally, like, one tall one and one short, round one.”

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s very annoying to be a duo. People always say, ‘Oh, you’re the tall one, you’re the short one.

From Los Angeles Times

Ms. Graves broke barriers — not only as a celebrated dancer for a multiracial company that showcased African American excellence in a traditionally European art form, but also, at a towering 5-foot-10 ½, as an exceptionally tall one.

From New York Times

Ms. Graves broke barriers — not only as a celebrated dancer for a multiracial company that showcased African American excellence in a traditionally European art form, but also, at a towering 5-foot-10 ½, as an exceptionally tall one.

From New York Times

The tall one, who was strongly built with close-cropped hair, immediately jumped into the water and ran to him.

From Literature