senior citizen

Frequency: 9.045.0 per million words

An older person, especially one who has retired from work.

citizenADJECTIVE + citizen

Categories:

senior

Examples (10)

  • The cinema offers discounts for senior citizens.
  • My grandfather is a senior citizen and enjoys his retirement.
  • The community center offers special computer classes for senior citizens.
  • It's important to respect the wisdom and experience of our senior citizens.
  • As a senior citizen, he is eligible for a reduced bus fare.
  • The new healthcare bill includes provisions specifically for senior citizens.
  • Many senior citizens in my neighborhood are very active and enjoy gardening.
  • Do you know if this museum offers a discount for a senior citizen?
  • After retiring, she became a volunteer, proving that senior citizens have much to contribute.
  • The government is working on improving housing options for senior citizens.