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antique

ancient

adjective ahn-TEEK Rare
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Also means

antique, of antiquity

Usage Note

Antique in French specifically refers to the ancient world (Greek or Roman antiquity), making it narrower than English 'antique' (which just means old). For old furniture or objects, French uses ancien or d'époque. The noun l'Antiquité designates the historical period of classical antiquity.

Examples

"Ce temple est d'origine antique."

Natural Translation

This temple is of ancient origin.

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