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“old (thing)” in English

old (thing)
Illustration of "old (thing)" in a English cultural setting
A dusty attic with a single sunbeam illuminating a stack of old books and a worn-out wooden chest. A vintage radio sits on a crate, covered in a thin layer of time.

Usage note

Use 'old' to describe something that has existed for a long time or is not new.

Examples

  • This is an old book.

    This is an old book.

  • I have an old phone.

    I have an old phone.

  • That car is old.

    That car is old.

Quick check

What does "old" mean?

  • A. old (thing)
  • B. bad
  • C. beautiful
  • D. big

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