weathered

adjective

weath·​ered ˈwe-t͟hərd How to pronounce weathered (audio)
1
: seasoned by exposure to the weather
2
: altered in color, texture, composition, or form by such exposure or by artificial means producing a similar effect
weathered oak

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Along the trails, visitors can see weathered rock hoodoos, natural springs, Native rock art, and historical ruins of ranches and other structures. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025 The exterior still echoes its former life as a BB&T bank with a two-lane drive-thru overhang, teller window and a weathered deposit box. Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 17 Apr. 2025 The general store remained a fixture, its weathered wooden exterior a reminder of the town’s place in Montana’s past. Colin Burke, Travel + Leisure, 13 Apr. 2025 Their weathered finish and nautical aesthetic make these naturally suited for a private deck or a backyard by the sea. Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 11 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for weathered

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of weathered was in 1789

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“Weathered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/weathered. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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