antiques

/ænˈtiːks/

noun

  1. A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.

  2. A caricature.

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

  4. A grotesque performer or clown, buffoon.

noun

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

noun

  1. In general, anything very old; specifically:

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

Synonyms: ancient, coffin dodger, geriatric, oldster

verb

  1. To search or shop for antiques.

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

  3. To emboss without gilding.