Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hoary-headed
adjective
ˈhɔːriˌhɛdɪd
Definition
Having gray or white hair, often associated with old age.
Examples
- The hoary-headed professor shared his wisdom with the students.
- In the park, I saw a hoary-headed man feeding the birds.
- Her hoary-headed grandmother told enchanting stories from her youth.
Meaning
The term ‘hoary-headed’ describes a person whose hair has turned gray or white, typically indicating that they are elderly or have lived a long life.
Synonyms
- gray-haired
- white-haired
- aged
- ancient
- senile
