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elders

UK
/ˈɛldə(z)/
US
/ˈɛldərz/

Translations

eldernoun

elders

pl

elders
pl
UK
/ˈɛldə/
US
/ˈɛldər/
sureauArbre ou arbuste.
The elder in the garden is in full bloom, attracting many bees.
Le sureau du jardin est en pleine floraison et attire de nombreuses abeilles.
She is my elder by three years.
Elle est mon aîné de trois ans.
ancienDans le sens de membre influent ou dirigeant d’une communauté.
The village elder was consulted for advice on the matter.
L’ancien du village a été consulté pour donner son avis sur la question.
Additional translations
ancienDans le sens religieux.
Synonyms
senior
elderly person
ancestor
forebear
older person

Definitions

eldernoun
An older person, often one with influence or authority in a community.
The village elder was consulted for advice on the matter.
A person of greater age than someone specified.
She is my elder by three years.
A leader or senior figure in a tribe or community, often responsible for making decisions.
The council of elders gathered to discuss the future of the tribe.
A member of a Christian church who has been chosen to have spiritual and administrative authority.
The church elder led the congregation in prayer.
A type of tree or shrub, particularly the European elder, known for its clusters of small white flowers and dark berries.
The elder in the garden is in full bloom, attracting many bees.
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