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oldish

adjective
old·​ish | \ˈōl-dish \

Definition of oldish 

: somewhat old or elderly

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 Yet the disharmony of an uncertain transmission, cabin materials that are nice from a distance but not so refined under inspection and advanced safety technology that is effective amid an oldish infotainment system causes a disconnect. — Robert Duffer, chicagotribune.com, "Review: 2017 Toyota Highlander isn't as fresh as the three-row competition," 31 May 2017 The Upper East Side's legendary JG Melon is oldish (est. — Aaron Goldfarb, Esquire, "In Search of the Dirtiest Bars in New York," 16 Mar. 2017

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First Known Use of oldish

circa 1669, in the meaning defined above

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