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elder

UK
/ˈɛldə/
US
/ˈɛldər/

Translations

eldernoun
elders
pl
UK
/ˈɛldə/
US
/ˈɛldər/
The wise elder shared his knowledge with the young.
Мудрый старец делился своими знаниями с молодыми.
The village elder was respected by everyone.
Старейшину деревни уважали все.
He is the elder of the two brothers.
Он старший из двух братьев.
Additional translations
советник
вождь
Synonyms
ancestor
older person
forebear
elderly person
senior
elderadjective
elder
Comp.
eldest
Super.
UK
/ˈɛl.də/
US
/ˈɛl.dɚ/
The elder brother always looked out for his siblings.
Старший брат всегда заботился о своих братьях и сестрах.
Additional translations
пожилой
взрослый
Synonyms
advanced in age
more mature
senior
older
Antonyms
younger

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.
elderadjective
Of a greater age; older.
She is the elder of the two siblings.
Having authority or status due to age or experience.
The elder members of the community were consulted for their wisdom.
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