anti-ageing
|an-ti-age-ing|
/ˌæn.tiˈeɪ.dʒɪŋ/
against ageing
Etymology
'anti-ageing' combines the prefix 'anti-' (from Greek anti, meaning 'against') with 'ageing' derived from 'age' (from Old French aage, from Latin 'aetas' meaning 'age, lifetime').
The element 'age' came into English via Old French 'aage' from Latin 'aetas'. The prefix 'anti-' (Greek) was attached in modern English compounds; the compound 'anti-ageing' (also spelled 'anti-aging' in US English) developed in the 20th century alongside growth in cosmetics and medical terminology.
Originally a literal formation meaning 'against age', it came to be used specifically for products, practices, and industries aimed at preventing or reducing visible and biological effects of ageing.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
practices, products, or approaches intended to prevent or reduce ageing and its effects (the industry or field concerned with such measures).
The anti-ageing market is growing rapidly.
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Adjective 1
designed to prevent, slow, or reduce the visible signs of ageing (often used about cosmetics, treatments, or techniques).
She uses an anti-ageing cream every night.
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Last updated: 2025/10/14 10:29