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Very old, typically from a past era or period
“Intellectually, she knew she should cast off such a dated attitude, but emotionally she couldn't muster together the courage.”
Relating to time, or units of time
Old-fashioned or boringly conventional
To have been in a romantic or non-platonic relationship with
“They just notice that you're a Negative Nelly, and believe me, no one wants to date her!”
Past tense for to become old, antiquated or obsolete
“At the time when the book was being written, the subject was in a state of rapid change, and it was obvious that the conclusions would date rapidly.”
Past tense for to mark with a date
“You are then required to date the document and sign it in the presence of two witnesses.”
Past tense for to assign a date to the origin of something, or to determine its age
“There was the possibility that it was a recent tool lying among ancient bones, but the only way to be sure was to date the artifact itself.”
(date from/back to) Past tense for to originate at a particular time, having existed since
“For some, this is a beautiful and early example of the first concepts of graphic design, which would date from the Middle Ages.”
Past tense for to court or seek (someone) as a romantic partner
Past tense for to entertain or invite to a social rendezvous
Past tense for to stamp an official mark to indicate that postage has been paid
Past tense for to accompany and look after or supervise
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