Aged
/eɪdʒd/
adjectiveBeginnerVery CommonGeneral
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2 meanings1
Having reached a considerable age; old.
/eɪdʒd/
adjectiveneutralBeginner
General
Having lived for a specified number of years.
The aged oak tree stood proudly.
💡 Simply: Old
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2
She cared for her aged parents.
How It's Used
General
"He's an aged gentleman."
Wine
"The wine is aged for five years."
2
Having been kept for a period of time, improving in quality with age.
/eɪdʒd/
adjectiveneutralBeginner
General
Made old or mature by time.
The aged wine was exquisite.
💡 Simply: Old and improved with time
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2
They sold aged cheeses.
How It's Used
Winemaking
"Aged cheeses are popular."
Food
"The aged cheddar has a sharp flavor."
Tip:Think of aged wine.
From Old English *aged, past participle of *agian "to age".
The word 'aged' has been used in similar ways for centuries, consistently referring to both the age of living beings and the maturation of materials.
Memory tip
Think of a wise old sage.
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