older

UK
/ˈəʊldə/
US
/ˈoʊldər/

Translations

oldadjective

older

Comp.

older
Comp.
oldest
Super.
UK
/əʊld/
US
/oʊld/
He lives in an old house.
Он живет в старом доме.
The ancient ruins are a testament to the old civilization.
Древние руины являются свидетельством древней цивилизации.
The old man walked slowly down the street.
Пожилой мужчина медленно шел по улице.

Definitions

oldadjective
Having lived for a long time; no longer young.
The old man walked slowly down the street.
Belonging to the past; former.
She wore an old dress that reminded her of her childhood.
Showing the effects of age or wear.
The old book had yellowed pages and a worn cover.
Familiar or well-known from the past.
It was nice to see an old friend after so many years.
Being a specified number of years (or other units of time) in age.
The puppy is six months old.
Used before a noun to show affection, familiarity, or mild emphasis.
Good old Sarah always knows how to cheer me up.