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Aged

UK /["/eɪdʒd/","/ˈeɪdʒɪd/"]/US /["/eɪdʒd/","/ˈeɪdʒɪd/"]/

Definition

of the age of

In simple words: Having lived for a long time; old.

Examples

  • They have two children aged six and nine.
  • volunteers aged between 25 and 40
  • Children have the opportunity to meet similarly aged children.
  • my aged aunt
  • People caring for an aged relative need support.
  • I’m not sure if my aged car can make it up that hill.
  • services for the sick and the aged

Usage notes

Use 'aged' to describe people or objects that have existed for a long time. It can be used formally (e.g., aged 65) or informally (e.g., aged wine). Avoid using it for young subjects.

Grammar pattern

aged + noun (e.g. 'aged cheese')

Memory hint

Think of 'aged' as the word 'age' with a 'd' for 'decrepit.' Imagine a wrinkled old tree.

Collocations

  • aged cheese
  • aged whiskey
  • aged care
  • aged population

Synonyms

  • old
  • senior
  • mature
  • vintage

Antonyms

  • young
  • fresh
  • new

Common mistakes

  • Confusing with 'age,' which refers to the period of living.
  • Using 'aged' incorrectly as a verb instead of an adjective.
  • Mixing up 'aged' with words like 'elderly' which refer specifically to people.