antique

/æntˈiːk/

/ænˈtik/

[adjective] [noun] [verb]

antique

[ADJECTIVE]

old and usually from a previous era or period

synonyms : age-old

(of an object or artwork) made or produced in an earlier period and considered to be of historical significance or value due to its age, rarity, or craftsmanship

out of fashion

synonyms : demode

Antique

any piece of furniture or decorative object or the like produced in a former period and valuable because of its beauty or rarity

an elderly man

synonyms : gaffer

to antique

MAIN VERB

give an antique appearance to

synonyms : antiquate

shop for antiques

Examples

1. The museum curator collects antique artworks for the museum's collection.

2. The antique clock belongs to my grandmother.

3. The antique vase was sold for a pretty penny at the auction.

4. The antique mirror had a silver frame that added elegance to the room.

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