Definition of Antiquity
Antiquity
an·tiq·ui·ty
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the state or quality of being very old (ancient or antique);
e.g. There are many historical sites of antiquity in the region.
(noun)
the ancient times of the past, especially those of civilization before the Middle Ages, or the people, cultures, or life of the ancient times;
e.g. Many details of antiquity are described in these texts.
(noun)
objects, relics, buildings, monuments, and works of art from the ancient times of the past (often used as "antiquities");
e.g. The museum has recently acquired a collection of antiquities from Persia.
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