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older

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adj
1
Comparative form of "old"; greater in age or having existed longer.
"My older brother just turned thirty."
"This is an older model than the one we bought last year."

How to Use Older

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe comparative of "old" — used to say one thing or person has more years or history than another.

Common mistake

Use "older" (not "more old") for the comparative — "older" is already the correct form.

Common pairings
older sibling older generation older model

Word Forms

Olders plural

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