yesteryear

Meanings

• Noun

  The time before the present; the past.

  - "The yesteryears were a time of great change."
  - "Looking back at the yesteryears, we can learn from our mistakes."

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

foretime , yestertide

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with yesteryear
here , revere , near , dear , cheer

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Variants

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yesteryear , yesteryears , of yesteryear

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Etymology

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The term 'yesteryear' is derived from 'yesterday' and 'year'. It refers to the time period before the present year.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'yesteryear' was first used in English literature in the 19th century.

2. In some parts of the world, the term 'yesteryear' is used interchangeably with the term 'last year'.

3. The phrase 'yesteryears ago' is often used to describe a time period that is farther in the past than 'last year'.

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Related Concepts

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1. nostalgia: A sentimental longing for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations.

2. remembrance: The act of recalling past events, typically with a sense of fondness or sadness.

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Culture

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In literature, 'yesteryear' is often used to evoke a sense of nostalgia or reminiscence. It is a common theme in poetry and songs, where it is used to describe a longing for the past.

How to Memorize "yesteryear"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a clock turning backwards to represent the concept of 'yesteryear'. Imagine the hands of the clock moving backwards, taking you back in time.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'yesteryear' with the image of an old photograph or a memory box filled with mementos from the past.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'YESTER' to remember the definition of 'yesteryear': 'Y'ears 'E'nding 'S'oon 'T'o 'E'nd 'R'ecently.

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