1. people who are between 80 and 89 years old
Usage: plural form of octogenarian

Examples

• The retirement community is home to many active octogenarians.
• Several octogenarians in our neighborhood still drive themselves to the grocery store.
• The book club consists mainly of octogenarians who meet every Tuesday.
• Many octogenarians today are more physically active than previous generations.
• The hospital has a special program designed for octogenarians and their unique health needs.
• These octogenarians have witnessed tremendous changes in technology over their lifetimes.