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aging brain
/ˈeɪ.dʒɪŋ breɪn/
Definition
1
The brain of an older individual, characterized by natural physiological changes such as reduced neural plasticity, slower processing speed, and potential cognitive decline.
2
A colloquial term for forgetfulness or mental lapses attributed to advancing age, often invoked humorously to excuse minor memory slips.
Examples
My aging brain insists that pineapple belongs on pizza, no matter how many arguments I lose.
Grandma's aging brain turned 'Netflix and chill' into 'naps and pills'—and honestly, it's an upgrade.
In a battle of wits, his aging brain deployed dad jokes so ancient they qualified for carbon dating.
The aging brain may forget passwords, but it never forgets where the cookie jar hides.