oldest
Prononciation : [ˈoʊldəst]
Mot
Contexte : « age »
(adjective) when something or someone has lived for many years or has been around for a long time. It's like being the first one or the longest lasting in a group, like the oldest tree in the park.
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My grandmother is the oldest person in our family, and she tells the best stories.
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My dad is not the oldest person in his class; he is actually one of the younger students.
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Who is the oldest member of your family?
Contexte : « history »
(adjective) referring to something that has existed for a very long time in history. For example, an artifact or building could be the oldest in the city, showing us how things were long ago.
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The oldest castle in our country is still standing and attracts many visitors.
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That is not the oldest painting in the museum; there are much older ones nearby.
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What is the oldest landmark in your town?
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