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obsolete usage

[/ˌɑbsəˈliːt ˈjuːsɪdʒ/]
nounpl: obsolete usages
uso obsoleto
1. A word, phrase, or linguistic form that is no longer in common use and is considered outdated or archaic
The word 'thou' is an obsolete usage in modern English.
A palavra 'vós' é um uso obsoleto no português moderno.
2. A manner or custom of using language that has fallen out of practice due to changes in the language over time
Using 'thee' and 'thou' represents obsolete usage from Shakespearean English.
Usar 'ti' e 'te' em certos contextos representa uso obsoleto do português antigo.
Synonyms
archaic usageoutdated usagedisused termantiquated expression
Antonyms
current usagemodern usagecontemporary languageactive usage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
uso obsoleto
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
uso obsoleto
Standard term; may also use 'forma arcaica'
Portugal
expressão desusada
Alternative term more commonly used in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

dead language
out of use
fallen into disuse
no longer in vogue
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