elders

el-ders · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of elder; people who are older.

  2. 2.

    Senior members of a family, tribe, or community who have authority or influence.

  3. 3.

    Ancestors or predecessors.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    council of elders — a governing body of senior members
  • •
    wisdom of elders — knowledge passed down through generations
  • •
    betters and elders — people deserving of respect

Related words

Antonyms: juniors, youngsters
See also: ancestors, elder, elderly
Synonyms: ancestors, forebears, seniors

Etymology

Plural of elder, from Old English eldra.