archaic — very old or old-fashioned; no longer in everyday use
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: very old or old-fashioned; no longer in everyday use
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɑːrˈkeɪɪk/
Korean meaning: 아주 오래된, 구식의; 더 이상 사용되지 않는
Korean pronunciation: 아**케**이익
Example Sentences
- My grandfather still uses archaic slang that makes everyone giggle.
- The company's archaic computer system crashes every time someone sneezes.
- These archaic rules need to be updated for the modern workplace.
archaic
ADJECTIVE//ɑːrˈkeɪɪk//
very old or old-fashioned; no longer in everyday use
An elderly man uses an archaic rotary phone among modern smartphone users
Ancient arch aches from being archaic and old
Archaic mosaic turns prosaic
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'archaikos' meaning 'of or from the beginning,' derived from 'arche' meaning 'beginning' or 'origin.' The word entered English through French and Latin to describe things belonging to ancient times or early periods.
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📝Examples
“My grandfather still uses archaic slang that makes everyone giggle.”
“The company's archaic computer system crashes every time someone sneezes.”
“These archaic rules need to be updated for the modern workplace.”
“His archaic approach to dating involves sending handwritten letters.”
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