How to pronounce“elder”in English
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Definitions of “elder”
comparative degree of old: older, greater than another in age or seniority.
“It's typical for elder married couples to live in retirement homes.”
Closer to the dealer, i.e. receiving cards earlier than others.
“The deal fell to Copling and the automaton therefore had the first "elder hand," with the advantage of a discard of five cards against its opponent's three.”
A leader or senior member of a tribe or community, often of considerable age, respected as an authority figure, especially in a counselling, consultative, or ceremonial role.
“We were presented to the village elder.”
An old person.
“Treating illness among society’s elders is challenging since board-certified geriatricians (physicians trained, knowledgeable and certified in treating older patients) are in short supply, here in El Paso and throughout the country.”