Old
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/oʊld/
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/əʊld/
(old)
more advanced in age
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Old' originates from Proto-Germanic, specifically the word 'aldaz', where 'ald-' meant 'grown up'.
Historical Evolution
'Aldaz' changed from Old English word 'eald' and eventually became the modern English word 'old'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'grown up or mature', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having lived for a long time'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/12 09:17