antiquity
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noun \an-ˈti-kwə-tē\ plural an·tiq·ui·ties
Definition of ANTIQUITY
1
: ancient times; especially : those before the Middle Ages
2
: the quality of being ancient
3
plural a : relics or monuments (as coins, statues, or buildings) of ancient times b : matters relating to the life or culture of ancient times
4
: the people of ancient times
See Examples of ANTIQUITY
- The town dates from antiquity.
- A palace stood here in antiquity.
- a museum of Roman antiquities
First Known Use of ANTIQUITY
13th century
Related to ANTIQUITY
- Synonyms
- age, agedness, ancientness, hoariness
- Antonyms
- newness
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