antique
adjective
an·tique
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, in verse often Ëan-tik\
Definition of antique
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient
antique trade routes to India
2a
: being in the style or fashion of former times
antique manners and graces
b
: made in or representative of the work of an earlier period
antique mirrors
also
: being an antique
3
: selling or exhibiting antiques
an antique show
antique
noun
an·tique
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Definition of antique (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: a relic or object of ancient times
2a
: a work of art, piece of furniture, or decorative object made at an earlier period and according to various customs laws at least 100 years ago
b
: a manufactured product (such as an automobile) from an earlier period
antique
verb
an·tique
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antiqued;
antiquing
Definition of antique (Entry 3 of 3)
: to finish or refinish in antique style : give an appearance of age to
antique a table
: to shop around for antiques
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Other Words from antique
Verb
antiquer
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noun
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noun
Synonyms & Antonyms for antique
Synonyms: Adjective
age-old, aged, ancient, antediluvian, dateless, hoar, hoary, immemorial, old, venerable
Synonyms: Noun
Antonyms: Adjective
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Examples of antique in a Sentence
Adjective
studied shards from antique pots made by the Pueblos of the Southwest loved to collect antique sugar tongsNoun
That car is an antique. their house is filled with rare antiques, including a collection of 19th-century African masks
Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
Like hundreds of antique stores across the country, the Adams Morgan institution has wrestled with falling revenue driven by competition from online retailers and changing consumer preferences. — Rebecca Tan, Washington Post, "Sales from a bygone time: The Brass Knob antique store to close after 38 years," 12 Aug. 2019 However, big, bold clip-ons from the â80s and vintage ones from decades earlier can be found for a few dollars at thrift, antique and consignment stores. — Ellen Warren, chicagotribune.com, "A better storage solution for those oversize earrings," 7 Aug. 2019 Adults rummage in antique stores, families try on hoodies at Melanzana, children lick ice cream off cones. — Nic Garcia, The Denver Post, "Denver Post listening tour: Leadville looks to diversify beyond âscrappy mining townâ," 14 July 2019 Her comforting food arrives on mismatched china purchased at antique stores and on eBay. — Ann Maloney, nola.com, "Gianna: New Warehouse District restaurant dishes out travelogue of Italian food," 18 June 2019 Suddenly, Woody risks everything for the chance to possibly, maybe find his old flame in an antique store. — Kelsea Stahler, refinery29.com, "Toy Story 4 Isn't Perfect, But It Will Fork Its Way Right Into Your Heart," 15 June 2019 Situated at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Bedford is a walkable and charming town of 19th-century structures filled with antique stores and art galleries. — Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian, "The 15 Best Small Towns to Visit in 2019," 6 June 2019 Manchester, too, has antique stores, though not anywhere near the count in Essex. — James R. Carroll, USA TODAY, "Cape Ann, Massachusetts: A charming alternative to Cape Cod with sandy beaches and fried clams," 3 June 2019 The Historical Society will have a display of antique farm tools, while the Vernon Garden Club will be present to answer any and all gardening questions people may have. — Courant Community, "Community News For The Vernon Edition," 5 June 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
When antiques dealer Devon Dowling is murdered with an ice pick, Carmela and her fashionista friend Ava are determined to find their friendâs killer. — Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, "Mysteries, folktales, history and adventure: Fall brings heaps of new books from Minnesota authors and publishers," 3 Sep. 2019 To furnish the property, Affeldt dispatched antiques dealers from as far afield as Pennsylvania search for Victoriana and send it to New Mexico in an extra-large semi. — Susan Spano, Los Angeles Times, "The Castañeda reopens in Las Vegas, N.M., thanks to an entrepreneur with a soft spot for historic hotels," 31 Aug. 2019 Katy Market Day The 20th Katy Market Day will be in the heart of downtown Katy from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Aug. 17 The market will feature food, vendors, music, art and antiques. — Houston Chronicle, "Katy-area calendar of events," 12 Aug. 2019 For years, the Chessman was kept in a drawer at the home of the antiques dealerâs daughter. — Fox News, "Viking drinking hall discovered on remote Scottish island," 8 Aug. 2019 Lew was a renowned Early American antiques dealer known for his various collections and eye for a rare piece. — courant.com, "Lewis Willard Scranton," 4 Aug. 2019 The document wasnât recovered until 2003, during an FBI sting operation involving an antiques dealer. — USA TODAY, "Kacey Musgraves, sneaker flap, skiing in July: News from around our 50 states," 3 July 2019 But the fact of the matter is that the market is no longer a collection of castaway merchants but rather one of the most esteemed addresses for antiques dealers to hawk their wares. — Amanda Sims, House Beautiful, "How to Shop the Paris Flea Market Like a Pro," 4 June 2019 Inside, the restrained white-and-grey color scheme and parquet floors are jazzed up with interesting furniture from the antiques dealer down the road and bright art by the likes of Barbara Hulanicki. — Laura Goulden, CondĂ© Nast Traveler, "34 Best Hotels in London," 26 Feb. 2018Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Plan your Lakeside Chautauqua day of antiquing for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Lakeside Antique Show celebrates its 59th year of offering a scenic lake view, along with fabulous dealers and outstanding heirlooms. — Brenda Yenke, cleveland.com, "Summer shopping with Lakeside Antiques: Yenke Peddler antiques," 22 Aug. 2019 Meanwhile, the designers incorporated another element of American history with the wheat-motif dining chairs, rare models Rush and K