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/oʊld/
Meaning & Definition
noun
An old person.
The community center has activities for the old in our neighborhood.
adjective
Having lived for a long time; not young.
My grandfather is very old, but he still enjoys telling stories from his youth.
Having existed for a specified period of time; not new.
This old building has been a part of the town's history for over a century.
Of long standing; well-established.
They have an old friendship that has lasted through many ups and downs.
Used to indicate something that is no longer in style or fashion.
Those old jeans have come back into fashion now.
Emotionally or spiritually mature or wise.
She may be young, but she has an old soul.
Etymology
Old English 'eald', of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
old age:
The later part of life.
old school:
Characteristic of an earlier style or method.
the old guard:
A group of people who have been with an organization for a long time.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
Oldie
That song is a classic oldie that everyone loves.
Geaky
Don’t be such a geaky old man; try something new!
Dusty
The dusty books in the library have so much history.
Antiques
He collects antiques; his home is like a museum full of old stuff.