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antique

/ænˈtiːk/

CEFR level B2Topic HistoryWord #4470 in the learning path

古董;古玩

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Definitions

n. An old object valued for its age, beauty, or rarity

古董;古玩

adj. Old and valuable because of age, beauty, or rarity

古董的;年代久远的

Example

We found a beautiful antique in a small shop.

我们在一家小店里发现了一件漂亮的古董。

Preserving antique furniture helps future generations understand traditional craftsmanship and the everyday lives of people in the past.

保存古董家具有助于后代理解传统工艺以及过去人们的日常生活。

Collocations

  • an antique shop
  • antique furniture
  • an antique dealer

Usage tip

antique强调古老且有收藏价值,不只是旧。

FAQ

What does antique mean?
An old object valued for its age, beauty, or rarity Old and valuable because of age, beauty, or rarity
How is antique pronounced?
UK /ænˈtiːk/, US /ænˈtiːk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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