obsolete Meaning, Definition & Usage

Ob"so*lete adjective

Etymology

L. obsoletus, p.p. of obsolescere. See Obsolescent.

Definitions

1. No longer in use; gone into disuse; disused; neglected; as, an obsolete word; an obsolete statute; -- applied chiefly to words, writings, or observances.
2. (Biol.) Not very distinct; obscure; rudimental; imperfectly developed; abortive. Syn. -- Ancient; antiquated; old-fashioned; antique; old; disused; neglected. See Ancient.

Ob"so*lete intransitive verb

Definitions

1. To become obsolete; to go out of use. R. Fitzed. Hall.