English / idiom
Long in the Tooth
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Old or aging, often perceived as too old for a specific activity or role
In context
01
He may be getting a bit long in the tooth, but his strategic insights remain unmatched.
02
That sports car is getting long in the tooth and requires frequent mechanical repairs.
Synonyms
elderly,getting on in years,advanced in age
Antonyms
youthful,young,in one's prime
Collocations
getting a bit long in the tooth,a little long in the tooth,feel long in the tooth