obsolesce

[ ob-suh-les ]

verb (used without object)

, ob·so·lesced, ob·so·lesc·ing.

1. to be or become obsolescent.

obsolesce

/ ˌɒbsəˈlɛs /

verb

1. intr to become obsolete

Word History and Origins

Origin of obsolesce¹

1870–75; < Latin obsolescere; obsolete

Example Sentences

Bob Dole had the good sense to obsolesce himself, now likely joined by the worn-out Liddy Dole.

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