Definition & Meaning of "elder"

Elder

(plural) people who are older, wiser and more experienced than others

any of various church officers

any of numerous shrubs or small trees of temperate and subtropical northern hemisphere having white flowers and berrylike fruit

elder

used with someone's name to indicate that between two people who have the same name who is older

(of two people, particularly in the same family) older

older

big

elder

eldership

Example

The tribe's elders passed down ancient lore about the origins of their people.

Always treat your elders with respect.

The esteemed elder shared his wisdom and experience with younger generations.

The profligate behavior of the young heir alarmed the family elders.

The wise elder sagaciously advised the community on matters of tradition and harmony.

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