antique

//ænˈtiːk//
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Noun

antiqueSingular
antiquesPlural
1

A collectible object, such as a piece of furniture or work of art, that has high value because of its considerable age.

My grandmother's antique vase is worth a lot of money.

2

An object belonging to or made in an earlier period, typically at least 100 years old.

My grandmother's vase is a valuable antique from the 19th century.

Adjective

antiqueCanonical form
1

Belonging to or made in an earlier period; old and often valuable.

She inherited an antique clock from her grandmother.

2

Having the characteristics of age; old-fashioned or outdated.

Her antique ideas about marriage surprised everyone.

Verb

1

To search for or collect antiques.

We spent the weekend antiquing in the countryside.

2

To give something an aged or vintage appearance.

She antiqued the wooden frame to make it look old.

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