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the elderly, old people

nounmasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/iˈdoʃ/i·dos

Definition

1

People of advanced age; old people.

Usage examples

The new policy aims to improve healthcare for the elderly.
Many elderly people enjoy social activities at the community center.

Common combinations

care for the elderlyelderly homeelderly populationelderly care