# Edwardian of or pertaining to the dead-end (characteristic of the slums or slum life) kids of mid-20th century London, who took their name from the costume characteristic of the Edwardian period, that was, with variations, their uniform: tightly buttoned, knee-length coat with soft, black-velvet collar; double-breasted, pearl-gray waistcoat (vest); and tight trousers. See also Edwardian period in this glossary.