|
Definition of Aging
1. Noun. Acquiring desirable qualities by being left undisturbed for some time.
Exact synonyms: Ageing, Ripening
Specialized synonyms: Mellowing
Generic synonyms: Biological Process, Organic Process
Specialized synonyms: Mellowing
Generic synonyms: Biological Process, Organic Process
2. Adjective. Growing old.
3. Noun. The organic process of growing older and showing the effects of increasing age.
Exact synonyms: Ageing, Senescence
Specialized synonyms: Catabiosis
Generic synonyms: Biological Process, Organic Process
Derivative terms: Senescent
Specialized synonyms: Catabiosis
Generic synonyms: Biological Process, Organic Process
Derivative terms: Senescent
Definition of Aging
1. the process of growing old [n -S]
Medical Definition of Aging
1. The gradual changes in the structure and function of humans and animals that occur with the passage of time, that do not result from disease or other gross accidents, and that eventually lead to the increased probability of death as the person or animal grows older. It does not apply to microorganisms. (12 Dec 1998)