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oldest

Pronunciation: [ˈoʊldəst]

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Learn how to use oldest in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

My grandmother is the oldest person in our family, and she tells the best stories.

Example

My dad is not the oldest person in his class; he is actually one of the younger students.

Example

Who is the oldest member of your family?

Context: “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.

Example

The oldest castle in our country is still standing and attracts many visitors.

Example

That is not the oldest painting in the museum; there are much older ones nearby.

Example

What is the oldest landmark in your town?

How to pronounce oldest

Pronunciation: [ˈoʊldəst]

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