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antiquer: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples

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UK/ænˈtiːkə(r)/US/ænˈtiːkər/

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What does “antiquer” mean?

A person who deals in or collects antiques.

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Definition

Meaning and Definition

A person who deals in or collects antiques.

A person with a particular passion for antique items; can also refer to a tool used for creating an antiqued (aged) appearance on surfaces. Rarely used to describe a person who is old-fashioned in character.

Dialectal Variation

British vs American Usage

Differences

More commonly used in the UK to denote a dealer/collector. In the US, 'antique dealer' or 'collector' is often preferred, though 'antiquer' is understood.

Connotations

In both, suggests a professional or dedicated enthusiast. The US usage can sometimes carry a slightly folksy or rustic nuance.

Frequency

Rare in both varieties, but slightly more attested in British English in formal inventories or catalogues of trades.

Grammar

How to Use “antiquer” in a Sentence

antiquer of [obj] (e.g., antiquer of Victorian furniture)[Noun] is an antiquer

Vocabulary

Collocations

strong
professional antiqueravid antiquerantiquer and restorer
medium
furniture antiquerlocal antiquerthe antiquer sold
weak
knowledgeable antiquerantiquer at the fairantiquer's shop

Examples

Examples of “antiquer” in a Sentence

verb

British English

  • He loves to antique his finds at the weekend market.

American English

  • She antiqued the new frame to match the old mirror.

adverb

British English

  • The furniture was antiquely restored.

American English

  • The finish was done antiquely to perfection.

adjective

British English

  • The shop had a lovely antique dresser.

American English

  • He drives an antique Ford truck.

Usage

Meaning in Context

Business

Used in professional contexts like trade directories or market listings.

Academic

Rare. Might appear in historical or material culture studies.

Everyday

Very rare in casual conversation; 'antique dealer' is standard.

Technical

Used in craftsmanship/restoration to refer to a specialist or a specific tool for distressing surfaces.

Vocabulary

Synonyms of “antiquer”

Neutral

antique dealerantique collector

Weak

vintage collectorrestorer

Vocabulary

Antonyms of “antiquer”

modernistminimalistfuturist

Watch out

Common Mistakes When Using “antiquer”

  • Spelling: 'antiquor' or 'antiqueur'.
  • Using it as a verb (correct verb is 'antique').
  • Overusing it; 'antique dealer' is often more natural.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

No, it is a low-frequency word. 'Antique dealer' or 'collector' are far more common in everyday language.

No. The verb form is 'to antique' (meaning to give an object an aged appearance). 'Antiquer' is primarily a noun.

An 'antiquarian' is often a scholar of antiques and ancient artefacts, implying academic study. An 'antiquer' is more focused on the trade, collection, or restoration of antiques.

The standard spelling is 'antiquer'. The spelling 'antiqueer' is non-standard and likely a misspelling.

A person who deals in or collects antiques.

Antiquer is usually formal/technical in register.

Antiquer: in British English it is pronounced /ænˈtiːkə(r)/, and in American English it is pronounced /ænˈtiːkər/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.

Phrases

Idioms & Phrases

  • “As an old antiquer would say... (used to introduce an old-fashioned opinion)”

Learning

Memory Aids

Mnemonic

Think: 'Antique' + '-er' (like 'baker' or 'teacher'). A person whose job/hobby is antiques.

Conceptual Metaphor

A PERSON IS A CONTAINER FOR HISTORY (the antiquer holds/embodies past eras).

Practice

Quiz

Fill in the gap
After retiring, he became an avid , scouring flea markets for treasures.
Multiple Choice

What is the primary meaning of 'antiquer'?