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Definition of eighties

eighties

/ˈeɪ.tiz/
eight · ies
Plural:eighties
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• noun

1

The decade from 80 to 89 in a century, especially the 1980s, along with the associated cultural and historical trends of that period.

Example

"Synthesizer music and neon fashion were iconic trends of the eighties."

2

The range of numbers from 80 to 89, particularly when referring to a person's age or a temperature on the Fahrenheit scale.

Example

"My grandfather remained an avid gardener well into his eighties."

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• Nearby Words

eightfold
eighth
eighthly
eighties
eightieth
eighty
eightyfold

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Eighties. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/eighties
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