Stale /steɪl/

The meaning and definition of Stale, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

Something stale; a loaf of bread or the like that is no longer fresh.

verb

(of alcohol) To make stale; to age in order to clear and strengthen (a drink, especially beer).
To make stale; to cause to go out of fashion or currency; to diminish the novelty or interest of, particularly by excessive exposure or consumption.

adjective

(alcohol) Clear, free of dregs and lees; old and strong.
No longer fresh, in reference to food, urine, straw, wounds, etc.

Antonyms fresh

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