Ole/əʊl/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Fond Affection Used to express affection or nostalgia when recalling someone or something from the past. Remember our ole treehouse? Pro Tip 2/3Casual Tone Appropriate for casual conversations, but not for formal writing or speeches. I miss that ole fishing spot. Pro Tip 3/3Friendly Nuance Conveys a sense of closeness or camaraderie. Not used for strangers. How's your ole dog, Buster?