antique · noun C /ænˈtiːk/Full view
antique
B1 an object that is old, and often rare or beautiful
Dictionary examples:

an antique shop

My mother collects antiques.

Learner example:

The market opens every Wednesday and you can find a lot of antiques, very interesting people who sell and buy things and delicious food. (First Certificate in English; B2; Korean)

antique · adjective /ænˈtiːk/
antique
B1 old and often rare or beautiful
Dictionary examples:

antique furniture

antique silver/jewelry

Learner example:

There's a nice, cosy lobby, with antique furniture and a fireplace. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Portuguese)

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