ob·so·lete ( b s -l t , bs-lt)adj. 1. No longer in use: an obsolete word. 2. Outmoded in design, style, or construction: an obsolete locomotive. 3. Biology Vestigial or imperfectly developed, especially in comparison with other individuals or related species; not clearly marked or seen; indistinct. Used of an organ or other part of an animal or plant. tr.v. ob·so·let·ed, ob·so·let·ing, ob·so·letes To cause to become obsolete. [Latin obsol tus, past participle of obsolscere, to fall into disuse; see obsolescent.]ob so·letely adv.ob so·leteness n.ob so·letism n. |
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