antiques

/ænˈtiːks/

noun

  1. 1

    A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.

  2. 2

    A caricature.

  3. 3

    (often in plural) A ludicrous gesture or act; ridiculous behaviour; caper.

  4. 4

    A grotesque performer or clown, buffoon.

noun

  1. 1

    A pose, often exaggerated, in anticipation of an action; for example, a brief squat before jumping

noun

  1. 1

    In general, anything very old; specifically:

  2. 2

    A style of type of thick and bold face in which all lines are of equal or nearly equal thickness.

Synonyms

verb

  1. 1

    To search or shop for antiques.

  2. 2

    To make an object appear to be an antique in some way.

  3. 3

    To emboss without gilding.

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