immemorial

• Qualifie quelque chose qui existe ou est connu depuis des temps si anciens qu'ils dépassent la mémoire ou les écrits, ou qui semble remonter à une époque très reculée.

Describes something that has existed or been known for a very long time, extending back beyond memory or record.

1. Ancient or timelessC1formal

   Extending back beyond the reach of memory, record, or tradition; very ancient.

   immémorial (sens ancien/hors mémoire)

   • The tribe has lived in this region since time immemorial.
   • These customs have been practiced from time immemorial.
   • The forest has stood there since immemorial times.

   Synonymesage-oldancientantiquatedantiquearchaicdatelessoldenprehistorictime-honoredtimeless