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Definition elderly in American English

elderly adjective

adjective
/ˈeldərli/
1

an elderly person is old. Many people now think that this word is offensive but it is often used in talking about policies and conditions that affect old people

Example

An elderly gentleman was standing at the hotel counter.

Example

Not all elderly people can live with their relatives.

Example

This treatment is unsuitable for patients who are elderly and frail.

Synonyms and related words
the old the elderly Senior
1.1

old people. Many people now think that this expression is offensive.

Synonyms and related words
the aged centenarian the elderly
Definition elderly in American English