superannuate

/ˌsuːpəɹˈænjueɪt/

superannuate

English Verb
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Definition

To retire or put out of use due to age.

Etymology

Back-formation from superannuated; Latin super "over" + annus "year"

Example Sentences

  • "These crumbling relicks and long fired particles superannuate such expectations; bones, hairs, nails, and teeth of the dead, were the treasures of old sorcerers."
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