Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

old-fashioned-way

phrase
/oʊld ˈfæʃ.ən weɪ/
Definition
A method or manner of doing something that is considered traditional or outdated.
Examples
  • She prefers to communicate in an old-fashioned way, using handwritten letters instead of emails.
  • The wedding was organized in an old-fashioned way, with a formal ceremony and traditional vows.
  • He believes that the old-fashioned way of cooking leads to tastier meals compared to modern quick methods.
Meaning
Referring to practices or styles that were common in the past but are no longer in vogue or popular today.
Synonyms
  • Traditional method
  • Conventional approach
  • Bygone style