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Adjective elderly has 1 sense

aged, elderly, older, senior - advanced in years; (`aged' is pronounced as two syllables); "aged members of the society"; "elderly residents could remember the construction of the first skyscraper"; "senior citizen"
Antonyms: young, immature (indirect, via old)

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Elderly

Definition:

The term "elderly" refers to people who are in the later stage of their lives, typically associated with old age.

Sense 1:

Adjective

1. Advanced in age; old.

Example Sentences:

a) The elderly couple enjoyed their retirement by traveling the world.

b) The medical center provides specialized care for the elderly.

Sense 2:

Noun

1. The older people in society as a whole.

Example Sentences:

a) The government should prioritize the needs of the elderly when planning welfare programs.

b) Our community organizes social events to involve the elderly in various activities.

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