Methuselah

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A man who is very old: "Methuselah" can refer to any man of extremely advanced age, often used figuratively to denote great longevity.
    • (Biblical) A patriarch: In the Old Testament, Methuselah is a figure described as the grandfather of Noah, renowned for living 969 years, making his name synonymous with extreme old age.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • At 102 years old, the village elder was considered a real Methuselah. (Referring to a man of very great age.)
    • According to the Bible, Methuselah was the oldest man who ever lived. (Referring to the specific biblical patriarch.)
Advanced Usage
  • Used as a metaphor: The name is commonly used as a metaphor or epithet for anyone or anything that is remarkably old or has lasted a very long time.
    • That ancient oak tree is a Methuselah of the forest.
    • The veteran actor is a Methuselah of the stage.
Variants and Related Words
  • Methuselah-like (adjective): Having the characteristics of Methuselah, i.e., being extremely old or long-lasting.
    • The scientist studied the Methuselah-like tortoises on the island.
Synonyms
  • Patriarch: A venerable old man, often the male head of a family or tribe.
  • Nonagenarian: A person who is between 90 and 99 years old.
  • Centenarian: A person who is 100 years old or older.
Related Phrases
  • As old as Methuselah: An idiom meaning extremely old.
    • That folklore tale is as old as Methuselah.
Noun
  1. a man who is very old
  2. (Old Testament) a patriarch (grandfather of Noah) who is said to have lived 969 years

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