antiquer

/ænˈtwaɪkər, -ˈtwɛr/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who buys and sells antiques, or a person who restores and preserves antiques.

“The antiquer carefully restored the old painting to its original condition.”

2. verb

To make or restore something old or antique to look as it did originally.

“The artist antiques the furniture to give it a vintage look.”

Synonyms

  • conservator
  • dealer
  • restorer

Antonyms

  • modernizer
  • renovator