VENERABLE


Meaning of VENERABLE in English

1.

A ~ person deserves respect because they are old and wise.

...a ~ old man with white hair.

ADJ: usu ADJ n

2.

Something that is ~ is impressive because it is old or important historically.

May Day has become a ~ institution...

ADJ: usu ADJ n

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