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oldie

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for oldie, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A song, film, or other piece of media from an earlier era, especially one still fondly remembered.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

classic hit

How to use oldie

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

play some oldies oldie but goodie a real oldie

Informal.

Etymology

Formed from "old" plus the informal, affectionate suffix "-ie," the same pattern seen in words like "sweetie."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “oldie” mean?

The word “oldie” means a song, film, or other piece of media from an earlier era, especially one still fondly remembered. In plain terms, a fond, casual word for something (often a song) from way back.

How do you pronounce “oldie”?

“Oldie” is pronounced OHL-dee (/ˈoʊldi/ in IPA).

How do you use “oldie” in a sentence?

Here is “oldie” used in a sentence: “The radio station played nothing but oldies from the 70s.”

What is another word for “oldie”?

Words with a similar meaning to “oldie” include classic hit.

What part of speech is “oldie”?

“Oldie” is a noun.

How many meanings does “oldie” have?

“Oldie” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a song, film, or other piece of media from an earlier era, especially one still fondly remembered.

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