oldie
Definition
Noun: 1. A song, film, or other piece of entertainment that was popular in the past: An "oldie" is something, especially a song, that was once widely known and enjoyed and is still recognized, often with nostalgia. 2. An old joke or story: It can also refer to a familiar, often-repeated joke or anecdote. 3. An older person (informal, often affectionate): In casual conversation, it can be used to refer to an older individual.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Popular Song):
- The radio station plays oldies from the 1960s every Saturday night.
- That song is a real oldie but a goodie.
- Noun (Joke/Story):
- He told the same oldie about his fishing trip again.
- Noun (Person - informal):
- Some of the oldies at the club still dance better than the young people.
Advanced Usage
- "oldie but goodie" (idiom): A very common phrase used to describe something old that is still of high quality or enjoyable.
- That black-and-white film is an oldie but a goodie.
Variants and Related Words
- Golden oldie: A more specific term emphasizing a classic, beloved song or item from the past.
- The DJ specializes in golden oldies from the Motown era.
Synonyms
- Classic: A work of enduring quality and recognition.
- Vintage: Denoting something from the past of high quality.
- Throwback: Something that is reminiscent of an earlier time.
Related Idioms
- An oldie but a goodie: As described above, this is the primary idiom associated with the word.
Noun
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a song that was formerly popular
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