ancientry

ancientry
noun /ˈeɪnʃəntɹi/
a) The quality or fact of being ancient or very old.

So he and Miss Vezzis were married with great state and ancientry; and now there are several little DCruzes sprawling about the verandahs of the Central Telegraph Office.

b) Old-fashioned style, elaborate ceremony.

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