seniority

• Существительное, обозначающее состояние обладания более высоким рангом или положением, часто благодаря более длительной службе или большему возрасту, или качество долгожительства.

A noun referring to the state of having a higher rank or position, often due to longer service or greater age, or the quality of being long-lived.

uncountable

1. Higher rank due to longer serviceB2formal

   The status of having a higher rank or position than others, typically because of a longer period of service in an organization.

   Старшинство

   • He was promoted based on his seniority within the company.
   • Seniority often determines who gets the corner office.
   • The union contract gives preference to workers with more seniority.

   Synonymsprecedencepriorityrankstanding

2. Longevity or old ageC1formal

   The state or quality of being older or having lived for a long time.

   Древность или возраст

   • The seniority of the ancient tree was evident in its massive trunk.
   • In many cultures, seniority is respected and honored.
   • The seniority of the artifacts was confirmed by carbon dating.

   Synonymsagednesslongevityold age

   Antonymschildhoodinfancyyouth