bygone
UK: ˈbaɪɡɒn | US: ˈbaɪɡɔːn
adj. belonging to an earlier time; past
n. something that is in the past
The word "bygone" is a compound of "by" (Old English "bī," meaning "near" or "past") and "gone" (past participle of "go," from Old English "gān"). Together, they form a vivid image of something that has "passed by" or "departed," emphasizing its temporal distance. The term has been used since the 14th century to describe things or events that are no longer present, often with a nostalgic or reflective tone.
The museum displays artifacts from bygone eras.
She often reminisces about bygone days of her youth.
The old castle is a relic of bygone times.
His stories are filled with tales of bygone adventures.
We should learn from the mistakes of bygone generations.