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chronological age

American  

noun

Psychology.
  1. the number of years a person has lived, especially when used as a standard against which to measure behavior, intelligence, etc.


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Trump's cardiac age was also estimated to be approximately 14 years younger than his chronological age.

From BBC May 30, 2026

Trump's cardiac age is estimated to be "approximately 14 years younger than his chronological age."

From Barron's May 30, 2026

The strongest effects appeared in participants whose biological age was already ahead of their chronological age when the trial began.

From Science Daily May 14, 2026

Survivors whose biological age was higher than their actual chronological age had more difficulty with memory and attention.

From Science Daily Mar. 2, 2026

The system of grouping suggested by the School Athletic League, is that of grouping the boys according to physiological rather than chronological age, as follows: Pre-pubescent boys under 90 pounds.

From Camping For Boys by Gibson, Henry William

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