CEFR B1

elders

noun

Meaning

A person who is older than other people, especially one who is respected for their age, wisdom, or experience.

Examples

The village elder was consulted on all important matters.
She is the elder of the two sisters, though only by a year.

Synonyms: senior, aged person, old-timer, patriarch

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elders (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɛldər/

Definition

A person who is older than other people, especially one who is respected for their age, wisdom, or experience.

Examples

The village elder was consulted on all important matters.
She is the elder of the two sisters, though only by a year.

How to Use elders

elder of (prepositional phrase): The older one between two people. — "She is the elder of the two sisters."
elder statesman (collocation): An experienced and respected person, especially a politician, who advises younger people. — "The former president was considered an elder statesman in international diplomacy."

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