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age-old

UK
/ˈeɪdʒəʊld/
US
/ˈeɪdʒoʊld/

Translations

age-oldadjective
UK
/ˈeɪdʒəʊld/
US
/ˈeɪdʒoʊld/
séculaireTrès ancien, existant depuis très longtemps.
The age-old tradition of storytelling has been passed down through generations.
La tradition séculaire du récit oral s’est transmise de génération en génération.
Additional translations
de longue dateS’emploie surtout pour une rivalité, un débat ou un problème qui dure depuis longtemps.
Synonyms
ancient
antique
time-honored
venerable
traditional
historic

Definitions

age-oldadjective
Having existed for a very long time; ancient.
The age-old tradition of storytelling has been passed down through generations.
Long-standing; having persisted for a very long time, often referring to a debate, problem, rivalry, or custom.
The age-old rivalry between the two cities still inflames local passions.
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