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Meaning of 'obsolete' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Obsolete [ a.]
- No longer in use; gone into disuse; disused; neglected; as, an obsolete word; an obsolete statute; -- applied chiefly to words, writings, or observances.
- Not very distinct; obscure; rudimental; imperfectly developed; abortive.
2 . Obsolete [ v. i.]
- To become obsolete; to go out of use.

Meaning of 'obsolete' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . obsolete [ s]
Meaning (1):
- no longer in use
Example in sentence:
  • obsolete words

Nearby Words:

obscene obscenities obscenity obscurant obscurantism obscurantist obscuration obscure obscured obscurely

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