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(eld-er) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. a person who is older and respected.

Example Sentence

Jason is the elder brother.

More Example Sentences

The elder gave advice to the young.

Synonyms

senior; elder person; old-timer

Antonyms

youth; junior; child

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Rhymes

  • elder
  • felder
  • gelder
  • helder
  • heldor
  • kelder
  • melder
  • welder
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