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weathered


Meanings
  • adjective

    1. Subjected to the action of wind, rain, and other natural elements until worn or damaged.

    - "The old house, weathered by time and the elements, stood proudly on the hill."
    - "The weathered sailor told tales of his adventures at sea."
  • adjective

    2. (of a coin or stamp) Showing signs of wear or age.

    - "The collector proudly displayed his collection of weathered coins."
    - "The stamp collector was thrilled to find a rare, weathered stamp."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with weathered
thered , revered , mered , dered
Variants
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weathered , weather , weathering , weathers
Etymology
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Old English wætherian; related to wæther (weather)


Trivia
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  1. The term 'weathered' is often used in geology to describe rocks that have undergone significant weathering.

  2. In the English language, the word 'weathered' has been in use since the 13th century.


Related Concepts
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  1. eroded: Similar to weathered, but specifically refers to the gradual wearing away of something by natural elements, such as water or wind.

  2. patina: A thin layer of oxidized material on the surface of an object, which can give it a distinctive, weathered appearance.


Culture
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In literature, 'weathered' can be used metaphorically to describe characters who have faced adversity and have become stronger or wiser as a result. In art, weathered objects or structures can evoke feelings of nostalgia and history.

How to Memorize "weathered"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine an old, worn-out object, such as a wooden fence or a rusted metal sign, to help remember the meaning of weathered.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'weathered' with the idea of something that has been through a lot and has come out the other side, stronger or wiser.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Worn by the wind and rain, weathered remains.'


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