old-fashioned

language: en

definitions

  1. adjective
    Belonging to or characteristic of a previous time; not current or modern; dated.
    en: Belonging to or characteristic of a previous time; not current or modern; dated.
  2. adjective
    Following traditional methods or styles; adhering to conventional practices rather than new trends.
    en: Following traditional methods or styles; adhering to conventional practices rather than new trends.

examples

  1. The servants laughed at Granny Liu's simple manners and old-fashioned clothes, but Grandmother Jia welcomed her warmly.

    The servants laughed at Granny Liu's simple manners and old-fashioned clothes, but Grandmother Jia welcomed her warmly.

  2. Many people still prefer old-fashioned recipes passed down through generations.

    Many people still prefer old-fashioned recipes passed down through generations.