aging US
ˈeɪdʒɪŋ
See also: ageing (UK)
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Definition of aging - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
life stagesUSprocess of becoming olderUS
  • The aging of the population has significant social impacts..
ageing maturing
2.
timeUSwear and tear over timeUS
  • The aging of the building is evident in its cracks.
degradation deterioration wearing
3.
biologyTECH.USthe accumulation of damage to cells over timeTECH.US
  • Aging affects the body's ability to repair itself.
maturation senescence
4.
artificial agingUSthe deliberate process of making something appear olderUS
  • The artist used aging techniques on the sculpture.
antiquing distressing weathering

Adjective

1.
peopleUSbecoming older and showing signs of ageUS
  • The aging population requires more healthcare services.
2.
objectsUSshowing signs of wear or deteriorationUS
  • The aging car needed frequent repairs.
deteriorating weathered worn
3.
wineUSgaining desirable qualities over timeUS
  • The aging wine developed a rich flavor.
developing maturing
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Expressions with aging

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designed to slow or reduce signs of getting older
She uses anti-aging cream every night.
increasing average age of people
The aging population is a significant factor in the country's economic planning.
gradual process where skin changes and looks older over time
Dermatologists study skin aging to develop better anti-wrinkle treatments.
planning and policies for handling an older workforce or population
Government aging management includes training programs for older workers.

Origin of aging

Latin, agere (to do, act)

Terms with aging included in their meaning

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appearance
hair that has lost color, usually from aging
grayadj.
appearance
having hair that is partly white often from aging
greyadj.
appearance
showing hair that is white or silver from aging
appearance
swelling under the eyes from tiredness or aging
under-eye swelling
swelling under the eyes due to fatigue or aging
aging
start having hair that turns gray
aging appearance
start having hair that turns grey with age
aging
hair changes color to grey naturally

Examples of aging in a sentence

  • The effects of aging are visible in his gray hair.
  • The aging of the car is visible in its rust.
  • Aging affects the durability of materials.
  • Aging is a natural process that everyone undergoes.
  • Scientists study aging to find ways to slow it down.
  • Aging gives the furniture a vintage look.

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  1. French:vieillissement, vieillissant, ...
  2. German:Alterung, alternd, ...
  3. Italian:invecchiamento, anziano, ...
  4. Spanish:maduración, envejecido, ...
  5. Portuguese:envelhecimento, envelhecido, ...
  6. Chinese:老化, 老龄化的, ...
  7. Japanese:老化, 高齢化する, ...
  8. Arabic:شَيْخُوخَة, مُتَقَدِّم في السِّن, ...
  9. Hebrew:הִזְדַּקְּנוּת, מִזְדַּקֵּן, ...
  10. Russian:процесс старения, стареющий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:старіння, старіючий, ...
  12. Hindi:उम्र बढ़ना, उम्रदराज़, ...
age
eɪdʒ

Definition of age - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
life spanthe number of years someone has lived
  • She is 16 years of age.
duration lifetime
2.
culture phasehistorical period or era
  • The Bronze Age was marked by the use of copper and tin..
epoch era period

Verb

1.
growing olderintr.become older over timeintr.
  • As we age, our priorities often shift..
develop grow mature
2.
making look oldtr.cause to appear oldertr.
  • The sun and wind will age the wooden fence quickly..
mature weather
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get older or advance in age naturally
As the years pass, people age up.
period of happiness, peace, and prosperity
The Renaissance was a golden age of art.
historical era lacking knowledge and progress
The society entered a dark age after the war.
become too old for a service or program
Children in foster care age out at 18.
reach the legal age of adulthood
She will come of age next year.
to become better as time passes
Some wines improve with age and taste better after a few years.

Origin of age

Latin, aetas (age)

Examples of age in a sentence

  • Children under the age of 12 get a discount.
  • The Renaissance was an age of artistic innovation.
  • The digital age has transformed communication.
  • Her age was evident in her wise words.
  • With age comes a deeper understanding.
  • She reflects on her age with wisdom and grace.

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  1. French:âge, vieillir, ...
  2. German:Alter, altern, ...
  3. Italian:età, invecchiare, ...
  4. Spanish:edad, madurar, ...
  5. Portuguese:idade, envelhecer, ...
  6. Chinese:年龄, 老去, ...
  7. Japanese:年齢, 年を取る, ...
  8. Arabic:عُمْر, شاخ, ...
  9. Hebrew:גִּיל, לְהִזְדַקֵּן, ...
  10. Russian:возраст, стареть, ...
  11. Ukrainian:вік, старіти, ...
  12. Hindi:उम्र, बूढ़ा होना, ...
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