Elderly
Pronunciation: /ˈɛldərliː/
Elderly (adjective)
- describing someone who is old, usually over 65 years.
Examples
- The elderly require special care during winter.
- Elderly individuals often enjoy sharing stories from their past.
Common collocations: elderly care, elderly population, elderly couple, respect the elderly, help an elderly
Elderly (noun)
- an older person, usually over 65 years.
Examples
- The elderly often have wisdom to share.
- An elderly might need assistance crossing the street.