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Meanings
1
old evils; long-standing abuses; outdated customs
Refers to persistent bad practices, outdated systems, or old-fashioned ways that are seen as harmful or obstructive. Often used in critical or reformist contexts.
The organization carried out reforms to sweep away long-standing abuses.
He proposed a new method without being bound by outdated customs.
2
old-fashioned; outdated; antiquated
Describes ideas, methods, or people that are behind the times. Used as a な-adjective.
His way of thinking is old-fashioned.
We should reform antiquated customs.