Eldest

//ˈɛldɪst// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The eldest child in a family, or individual in a group.
  2. 2
    the offspring who came first in the order of birth wordnet
Adjective
  1. 1
    superlative form of old: most old; greatest in age or seniority. form-of, superlative

    "The eldest son was usually given the name of his paternal grandfather, later children those of other relatives."

  2. 2
    (of a player) Receiving cards from the dealer first, before any other players. not-comparable
  3. 3
    (of a hand) Having higher, or superior cards. not-comparable

    "Each player draws a card, and the lowest becomes eldest hand."

Adjective
  1. 1
    first in order of birth wordnet

Synonyms

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deandoyenelderfatherfirstfirstborn

Example

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"The eldest sister acted in place of the mother."

Related phrases

dwarf eldest daughter

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