1. relating to the medical care and treatment of elderly people
Usage: medical
2. very old or outdated
Usage: informal; sometimes offensive when referring to people

1. an elderly person, especially one receiving medical care
Usage: medical; can be offensive in casual use

Examples

• The hospital opened a new geriatric ward for elderly patients.
• She specializes in geriatric medicine and works with senior citizens.
• The geriatric population is growing rapidly in developed countries.
• He joked that his geriatric computer needed to be replaced.
• The nursing home provides excellent geriatric care.
• Many geriatrics require assistance with daily activities.
• The geriatric assessment revealed several health concerns.