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obsolete

Adjective

IPA /ˈɒbsəliːt/

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No longer used because a newer method, tool or idea has taken its place.

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obsolete/ˈɒbsəliːt/

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A once-useful machine
A newer method takes its place

A tool becomes obsolete when newer technology replaces its use.

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The old video player became obsolete when the family switched to streaming.
The company replaced obsolete software that could no longer run securely.

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obsolete — No longer used because a newer method, tool or idea has taken its place.

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No longer used because a newer method, tool or idea has taken its place.

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Word origin

From Latin obsoletus, related to a verb meaning to fall out of use.

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Become obsolete describes the process of being replaced by newer alternatives.

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