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Aged

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

Definition

of the age of

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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.