Father Time

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noun

the personification of time as an old man, usually in a white robe, having a white beard, and carrying a scythe.

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How to use Father Time in a sentence

The Daily Beast finds the 20 American cities, from Austin to Oakland, where citizens defy Father Time.
20 Longest-Living Cities||July 18, 2011|DAILY BEAST
One effect of Saturn, Old Father Time, in your sign, is an increased sense of living in the present.
What the Stars Hold For Your Week|Starsky + Cox|July 17, 2011|DAILY BEAST
Still, child, I am right glad that he is gone, and given father time to get over his anger.
The World Before Them|Susanna Moodie
Her companion begged her not to cry, for Father Time would surely help them.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard

Bowing low before Father Time, he was instructed to call the Holidays together.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard
After marching twice around the stage they took their stand in a semicircle before Father Time and the children.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard
It opened at once and out came a veritable Father Time, leaning on his staff.
The Story of the Big Front Door|Mary Finley Leonard

British Dictionary definitions for Father Time

Father Time

noun

time personified as an old bearded man, usually carrying a scythe and an hourglass

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