Hoary
[hȯr-ē]
Part of speech: adjective
Origin: Old English, 16th century
1.
Gray or white as a result of aging
2.
Old
Examples of Hoary in a sentence
"The man's hoary appearance was antithetical to his jovial, youthful energy."
"The hoary stories I heard as a kid have been passed down for generations in my family."
About Hoary
Hoary describes something that is white or gray due to old age. However, the word is sometimes used regardless of age. The hoary bat, for instance, gets its name from white-gray fur markings across its body, which give it the appearance of an old and wizened creature.
Did you Know?
Hoary has multiple meanings, all of which relate to age and antiquity. It is sometimes used to describe something that is not just old, but old-fashioned or outdated.
