senior citizen
noun
plural senior citizens
: an older adult and especially one who is age 65 or older
Examples of senior citizen in a Sentence
Senior citizens qualify for a discount at the movie theater.
more and more senior citizens are living active, rewarding lives
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The prevalence of obesity and depression increased among young adults between 2013 and 2023, while diabetes, chronic kidney disease and stroke rose among middle aged adults and chronic kidney disease has become more prevalent among senior citizens.
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Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
What's remarkable about Meals on Wheels Atlanta is that no matter what the weather event, no matter how threatening, because of their expertise, experience, and planning, not one senior citizen will go without a meal.
—CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Spectator admission is $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and veterans, $5 for children, and children of ages 3 and younger get free admission.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
Some discounts are available for active or retired military personnel, first responders, senior citizens (60 years or older), students and large groups.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 21 Jan. 2026
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Tami Luhby, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
What's remarkable about Meals on Wheels Atlanta is that no matter what the weather event, no matter how threatening, because of their expertise, experience, and planning, not one senior citizen will go without a meal.
—CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Spectator admission is $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and veterans, $5 for children, and children of ages 3 and younger get free admission.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 22 Jan. 2026
Some discounts are available for active or retired military personnel, first responders, senior citizens (60 years or older), students and large groups.
—Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 21 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for senior citizen
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“Senior citizen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/senior%20citizen. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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