an·tique
(ˌ)an-ˈtēk 
in verse often ˈan-tik
1
: existing since or belonging to earlier times : ancient
antique trade routes to India
2
a
: being in the style or fashion of former times
antique manners and graces
b
: made in or representative of the work of an earlier period
antique mirrors
also
: being an antique
3
: selling or exhibiting antiques
an antique show
an·tique
(ˌ)an-ˈtēk
1
: a relic or object of ancient times
2
a
: a work of art, piece of furniture, or decorative object made at an earlier period and according to various customs laws at least 100 years ago
b
: a manufactured product (such as an automobile) from an earlier period
an·tique
(ˌ)an-ˈtēk
antiqued; antiquing
: to finish or refinish in antique style : give an appearance of age to
antique a table
: to shop around for antiques
Examples of antique in a Sentence
Adjective
studied shards from antique pots made by the Pueblos of the Southwest
loved to collect antique sugar tongs
Noun
That car is an antique.
their house is filled with rare antiques, including a collection of 19th-century African masks
Recent Examples on the Web
Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
The interior is inspired by Japandi aesthetics — a blend of Scandinavian and Japanese minimalism — with simple cabinetry, natural cherry wood finishes, soft bronze and antique brass accents, and soft white walls with muted green tones.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
Don’t skip peeking into Akiba Antiques, Lone Ranger Antiques (specializing in Swedish country antiques and Gustavian furniture), the Kodner Galleries auction house, or even the nostalgic media selection at Retroitis.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
Retro Row For those who love antiquing, Long Beach’s Retro Row awaits.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
Look to thrift or antique stores to score one that's authentic yet affordable.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
The interior is inspired by Japandi aesthetics — a blend of Scandinavian and Japanese minimalism — with simple cabinetry, natural cherry wood finishes, soft bronze and antique brass accents, and soft white walls with muted green tones.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
Primitive antiques meld seamlessly with modern creature comforts throughout the bright, airy home.
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025
Don’t skip peeking into Akiba Antiques, Lone Ranger Antiques (specializing in Swedish country antiques and Gustavian furniture), the Kodner Galleries auction house, or even the nostalgic media selection at Retroitis.
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
Verb
Things to Do Not into antiquing?
—Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
Retro Row For those who love antiquing, Long Beach’s Retro Row awaits.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
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“Antique.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/antique. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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antique
1 of 2 noun
an·tique
an-ˈtēk
: an object of an earlier period
especially
: a work of art, piece of furniture, or decorative object made at an earlier period
antique
2 of 2 adjective1
: belonging to antiquity
2
: belonging to earlier periods
antique furniture
3
: belonging to or resembling a former style or fashion
silver of an antique design
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