: having existed for ages : ancient

Examples of age-old in a Sentence

age-old customs and beliefs
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Parents trust this education model because it is built on age-old truths, rejecting the advertisers, book companies, and trends in modern culture. Kelly Garcia, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 May 2025 But this age-old battle has taken a turn, thanks in part—or maybe in full—to tourism. Will McGough, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025 The lack of work in Hollywood has renewed age-old calls for government intervention. Gene Maddaus, Variety, 28 May 2025 The Power of Journaling Journaling is an age-old practice that allows individuals to process thoughts, set goals, and reflect on their experiences. Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for age-old

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of age-old was in 1860

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“Age-old.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/age-old. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

age-old

adjective
ˈa-ˈjōld
: having existed for ages : ancient
an age-old story
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