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Having the characteristics of age; old-fashioned or outdated.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