The definition of hoary is very old, white or grey. An example of hoary used as an adjective is in the phrase "hoary tree," which means a very old tree. Gray or white with or as if with age. Covered with grayish hair or pubescence.

What does a hoary mean?

hoary • \HOR-ee\ • adjective. 1 : gray or white with or as if with age 2 : extremely old : ancient.

What is hoary in the Bible?

The Bible says that the hoary or the gray head is a crown of glory if (and only if I might add) it is found in the way of righteousness. The Bible represents this wonderful relationship between grandchildren and their grandparents and even says, the glory: · The delight. · The riches. · The wealth.