an·tique
(ˌ)an-ˈtēk
in verse often ˈan-tik
1
: existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient
antique trade routes to India
2
a
: being in the style or fashion of former times
antique manners and graces
b
: made in or representative of the work of an earlier period
antique mirrors
also
: being an antique
3
: selling or exhibiting antiques
an antique show
an·tique
(ˌ)an-ˈtēk
1
: a relic or object of ancient times
2
a
: a work of art, piece of furniture, or decorative object made at an earlier period and according to various customs laws at least 100 years ago
b
: a manufactured product (such as an automobile) from an earlier period
an·tique
(ˌ)an-ˈtēk
antiqued; antiquing
: to finish or refinish in antique style : give an appearance of age to
antique a table
: to shop around for antiques
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