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venerable

adjective (venerable)

«venerable» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

Venerable means old and deserving respect, often because of great age. tree →
(old use) A title of respect for some church people. tree →

In the lessons

in stories and nature talk, an old tree, rock or wise person that deserves respect; «a venerable old man» is an honoured elder

Examples

One feels quite a novice beside these venerable million-year-old boulders. tree →
It is a large venerable tree, though a little crippled by age. tree →

Note

nothing for maths

On Mova

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