elder

• Qualifie une personne plus âgée, notamment dans la famille ou une communauté ; souvent utilisé pour marquer l'ancienneté ou le respect.

Describes someone who is older, especially within a family or community; often used to denote seniority or respect.

1. Older in ageA2formal

   Used to describe someone who is older, especially within a family or group.

   aîné (plus âgé)

   • My elder brother is a doctor.
   • She is the elder of the two sisters.
   • The elder members of the community were respected.

   Synonymessenior

2. More experienced or seniorB1formal

   Having more experience or higher rank in a particular context.

   plus âgé, plus expérimenté, de rang supérieur

   • The elder statesman gave a wise speech.
   • He is an elder advisor to the company.
   • The elder members of the team guided the newcomers.

   Synonymesseniorveteran

   Antonymesjuniorsubordinate

• Nom désignant une personne plus âgée, souvent au sein d'une famille ou d'une communauté, qui peut occuper une position respectée ou détenir une autorité.

A noun referring to a person who is older, often within a family or community, and may hold a position of respect or authority.

1. Older personA2formal

   A person who is older, especially one who is respected for their age and experience.

   Personne âgée

   • The elders of the village gathered to discuss the problem.
   • We should always respect our elders.
   • The elder in the family made the final decision.

   Synonymesdoyenmatriarcholdsterpatriarchseniorsenior citizen

2. Church officialB2formal

   A person holding a position of authority in certain Christian churches.

   Ancien (dans l'Église)

   • The church elders met to plan the charity event.
   • He was appointed as an elder in the Presbyterian church.
   • The elders provide spiritual guidance to the congregation.

   Synonymespresbyter