Main Entry:

an·tiq·ui·ty

Pronunciation:

\an-ˈti-kwə-tē\

Function:

noun

Inflected Form(s):

plural an·tiq·ui·ties

Date:

13th century

1: ancient times ; especially : those before the Middle Ages2: the quality of being ancient3plural a: relics or monuments (as coins, statues, or buildings) of ancient times b: matters relating to the life or culture of ancient times4: the people of ancient times