Antiques

/ænˈtiːks/ noun verb

A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.

Meaning

  1. (noun) A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.
  2. (noun) A caricature.
  3. (noun) (often in plural) A ludicrous gesture or act; ridiculous behaviour; caper.
  4. (noun) A grotesque performer or clown, buffoon.
  5. (noun) A pose, often exaggerated, in anticipation of an action; for example, a brief squat before jumping
  6. (noun) In general, anything very old; specifically:
  7. (noun) A style of type of thick and bold face in which all lines are of equal or nearly equal thickness.
  8. (verb) To search or shop for antiques.
  9. (verb) To make an object appear to be an antique in some way.
  10. (verb) To emboss without gilding.

Letter breakdown

  • Antiques contains 8 letters: 4 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
  • It uses 8 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 3.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 17.

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What does Antiques mean?

A grotesque representation of a figure; a gargoyle.

How many letters are in Antiques?

Antiques has 8 letters.

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