Vocabulary Entry

superannuate

|verb • adjective

verb

To retire someone from service or employment, typically because of age.

Example Sentences

"After 30 years, the teacher chose to superannuate and enjoy his retirement."

"Many employees look forward to the day they can superannuate comfortably."

"The policy allows workers to superannuate at the age of 65."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The superannuate employees gathered for a reunion to reminisce about their years at the company."

"He received a pension as a benefit of being a superannuate."

"The superannuate status of the old machinery meant it was no longer in production."