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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

deprecated

/dɪˈprɛʃɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does deprecated mean?

adjective

No longer recommended, supported, or approved; considered outdated or obsolete. A feature, function, or practice that has been officially replaced by a newer or better alternative.

Example

"The company has deprecated the old API in favor of a newer, more secure version."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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