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antiquation

/ˌæntɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does antiquation mean?

noun

The state of being outdated or no longer in use; the process of becoming outdated or obsolete. A word or expression that is no longer in common use.

Example

"The antiquation of the word 'thou' has led to its replacement with more modern alternatives in everyday speech."

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