Antiquarian (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Of or relating to antiques or antiquities.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Related Words
Meaning 2
Of or relating to persons who study or deal in antiques or antiquities.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The antiquarian bookstore was a treasure trove of rare and out-of-print volumes.
- As an antiquarian, she spent her days scouring estate sales for valuable artifacts.
- The museum's antiquarian collection included ancient coins, pottery, and other relics.
- He was a renowned antiquarian, known for his expertise in 18th-century furniture.
- The antiquarian society hosted a lecture on the history of ancient civilizations.