oldie

• Nom désignant une chanson, un film ou une personne qui a été populaire ou connu dans le passé, surtout ceux qui sont encore appréciés ou mémorisés.

A noun referring to a song, film, or person that was popular or well-known in the past, especially one that is still remembered or enjoyed.

1. Formerly popular songB1informal

   A song that was popular in the past, often considered a classic.

   chanson ancienne (à succès)

   • The radio station played an oldie from the 1980s.
   • They danced to an oldie at the party.
   • My grandmother loves listening to oldies on the record player.

   Synonymeschestnutclassicgolden oldiestandardwarhorse

2. Old personB1informal

   An informal term for an elderly person.

   Vieille personne

   • The park is full of oldies playing chess.
   • He's a spry oldie who still goes jogging every morning.
   • The club is popular among the local oldies.

   Synonymescodgerfogeygeezerold-timeroldsterseniorsenior citizen