1. the quality or state of being hoar; grayish-white color, especially as seen in frost or gray hair
2. the quality of being old or ancient; antiquity
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• The hoariness of the old man's beard gave him a distinguished appearance.
• The hoariness of the frost on the grass sparkled in the morning sunlight.
• The hoariness of the ancient tradition made it deeply respected in the community.
• Winter brought a hoariness to the landscape as ice crystals covered every surface.
• The hoariness of his voice suggested years of experience and wisdom.