septuagenarian

Meanings

• noun

  A person who is 70 years old.

  - "My grandfather is a septuagenarian."
  - "Many septuagenarians enjoy traveling in retirement."

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Variants

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septuagenarian , septuagenarians

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'septuagenarius', meaning 'sixty-ten' or 'seven-ten', referring to the number 70.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'septuagenarian' is derived from the Latin word 'septuagenarius', which means 'sixty-ten'.

2. In some cultures, reaching the age of 70 is considered a significant milestone and is celebrated with special ceremonies and gifts.

3. Septuagenarians are often referred to as 'seniors' or 'elders' in society.

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1. geriatric: Related to the healthcare and social issues of older adults, including septuagenarians.

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Culture

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In many cultures, reaching the age of 70 is considered a significant milestone and is often celebrated. In literature, the septuagenarian is a common character in coming-of-age stories, representing wisdom and experience.

How to Memorize "septuagenarian"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person with gray hair and wrinkles, who is enjoying retirement.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the number 70 with the word 'septuagenarian'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a sentence like 'Seventy years, septuagenarian' to remember the definition.

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