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Meaning of old
The primary meaning of the word "old" refers to having existed or been used for a long time.
Etymology of old
The word "old" originated from Old English "eald", which is also the source of other Germanic languages' words for "old", such as German "alt" and Dutch "oud"
It has been used in the English language since the 9th century to describe something as having existed or been used for a long time
Synonyms
Definitions
- Having existed or been used for a long time
- * Having lived or existed for a long time, especially in comparison to others
- * Outdated, obsolete, or no longer in use
Usage Examples
- The old book had been on the shelf for decades
- * She's an old friend from college
- * The old city has a rich history and culture
Antonyms
new
young
modern
recent
fresh
contemporary
current
up-to-date
innovative
state-of-the-art
cutting-edge
novel
pioneering
groundbreaking
futuristic
modernistic
avant-garde
trendy
chic
stylish
fashionable