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Eldest - What does it mean?

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is likely misspelled.


has no English definition.

As an adjective eldest

is superlative of old; greatest in age or seniority.

eldest

English

Adjective

(head)
  • (old); greatest in age or seniority.
  • eldest son
  • (card games) Receiving cards from the dealer first, before any other players.
  • Usage notes

    The normal superlative of old'' is oldest. The irregular form ''eldest is sometimes used with family members, but it is otherwise rare.

    Synonyms

    * oldest

    Not English

    has no English definition. It may be misspelled.