Definitions
n. The length of time someone or something has existed.
年龄；存在年限
n. A period of history with particular features.
时代
v. To become older or make someone or something seem older.
变老；使衰老
Example
My grandmother learned to swim at the age of seventy.
我奶奶七十岁时学会了游泳。
As populations age, governments need to invest more in accessible housing and community healthcare services.
随着人口老龄化，政府需要加大对无障碍住房和社区医疗服务的投入。
Collocations
- at the age of
- the digital age
- people of all ages
- age gracefully
Word family
- aged (adj.)
- ageing (n.)
- ageless (adj.)
Usage tip
表示在几岁时用at the age of，不用in。
FAQ
- What does age mean?
- The length of time someone or something has existed. A period of history with particular features. To become older or make someone or something seem older.
- How is age pronounced?
- UK /eɪdʒ/, US /eɪdʒ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
