What does auld mean?
Auld means (archaic outwith Northern England, Liverpool, Scotland, Ireland) Old..
Auld
/oʊld/ · adjective
Meaning
(archaic outwith Northern England, Liverpool, Scotland, Ireland) Old..
Example Sentences
To prepare for the burning bowl, each person writes on slips of paper those negative traits or situations they would like to be rid of in the year to come. Examples might be, […] “Proclivity for attracting Messrs. Wrong”—anything that needs to go in the auld acquaintance category and be never brought to mind.
Synonyms for auld
Antonyms for auld
Related Words
Word Forms
- aulder
- auldest
- aud
- aul
- oul
- oul'
- ould
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for auld?
Common synonyms include aged, eldern, hoary, old.
What is the opposite of auld?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use auld in a sentence?
To prepare for the burning bowl, each person writes on slips of paper those negative traits or situations they would like to be rid of in the year to come. Examples might be, […] “Proclivity for attracting Messrs. Wrong”—anything that needs to go in the auld acquaintance category and be never brought to mind.
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