ветхий — meaning in English
vetkhiy
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English meaning
- ancient adj Belonging to a very distant, long-past time, especially before the Middle Ages.
- decrepit adj Weakened, worn out, or in poor condition, typically from age or long use.
- hoar noun A white or greyish-white colour.
- ragtag adj Made up of a disorganised, mismatched mix of people or things.
- rickety adj Weak, shaky, or unstable, typically because of poor construction or age.
- shabby adjective Worn out or in poor condition from age or neglect.
Senses
ветхий is used for these senses in English:
- ancient Having lasted from a remote period; having been of long duration; of great age, very old.
- decrepit Weakened or worn out from age or wear.
- hoar (archaic) Figuratively, grey-haired with age.
- ragtag Unkempt, shabby, or in a state of disrepair.
- ramshackle In disrepair or disorder; poorly maintained; lacking upkeep, usually of buildings or vehicles.
- rickety Of an object: not strong or sturdy, as because of poor construction or upkeep; not safe or secure.
- shabby Of clothing, a place, etc.: unkempt and worn or otherwise in poor condition due to age or neglect; scruffy.
- shabby Of a person: wearing ragged or very worn, and often dirty, clothing.
ancient — full definition
- adj Belonging to a very distant, long-past time, especially before the Middle Ages.
- adj Very old.
- noun A person who lived in the distant past, especially in classical Greece or Rome.