age-old

[eyj-ohld]

adjective

1. ancient; from time immemorial.

   an age-old tradition.

age-old

adjective

1. very old or of long duration; ancient

Word History and Origins

Origin of age-old¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

But urbanisation has seen encroachment onto these age-old grazing routes and locals accuse the Fulani of letting their cattle trample their crops and forcing them out of their homes and fields.

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For modern researchers, these age-old crops have become an extraordinary scientific resource.

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Ah, yes, the age-old debate between batters and bowlers.

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“Never go on an empty stomach or a full bladder,” she says, quoting some age-old advice for tourists.

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Instead, the Republican sales pitch to women is an age-old deal: In exchange for submission, they will get protection.

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Related Words

• ancient 
• antiquated 
• archaic 
• hoary 
• old-fashioned 
• timeworn 
• well-established