antique
Translation
antique, vintage
Examples
She collects antique furniture.
She collects antique furniture.
The clock is a valuable antique.
The clock is a valuable antique.
Grammar Patterns
((antique)) + ((noun)) of or from a long time ago An antique clock hung on the wall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: vintage, old, classic; Antonyms: modern, new, contemporary
Etymology
From Latin 'antiquus' meaning 'old, former', from 'ante' meaning 'before'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'ante' as in 'before'. An antique is from a time 'before' now.