superannuate
/ˌsupərˈænjuˌeɪt/
verb
- To retire someone from work because of old age or disability, often with a pension.
- The company decided to superannuate several long-time employees who had reached the age of 65.
- After 40 years of service, the factory superannuated the workers with a generous retirement package.
- The school board voted to superannuate the principal due to her failing health.
- To become outdated or obsolete; to be considered too old for use or service.
- The classic car design never seems to superannuate; it remains stylish decade after decade.
- Many old computer models superannuate within just a few years as technology advances.
- Some fashion trends superannuate quickly, while others come back into style.