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old
02
(of a thing) having been used or existing for a long period of time
2.1
worn, aged, or deteriorated due to prolonged use or the passage of time
03
of a particular age
04
well-known or familiar because they have been experienced or encountered many times before
4.1
referring to someone one has known or had a relationship with for a significant amount of time
05
expressing fondness, familiarity, or affection toward someone or something
Informal08
(of a language) existed in a much earlier historical period
09
having extensive knowledge, practice, or skill in a particular field or activity
old
adj
oldish
adj
oldish
adj
oldness
n
oldness
n
Example
The old gentleman greeted everyone with a warm smile.
She’s finally old enough to drive and can’t wait to get her license.
She cherished the wisdom and experience that came with being old.
Old electronics often contain hazardous waste materials.
The ancient text is over one thousand years old.
