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# older adult

noun phrase (an older adult, older adults)

«older adult» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

(euphemism, official) an old person; an elderly person (usually over about 65).

### In the lessons

Used by doctors, social workers, governments and researchers instead of «old person» or «elderly», which some people feel are disrespectful. Official and polite register, all English-speaking countries.

### Examples

- This exercise class is for older adults.
- Older adults should get a flu jab every winter.
- The library offers computer lessons for older adults.
- Many older adults live alone.
- The survey asked older adults about loneliness.
- Grandma laughed when she was called an «older adult».

### Note

«Older» compared with what? It just means «old» in a kind way. Plain words: old person, elderly, pensioner, senior.