Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eldest
adjective
/ˈɛldɪst/
Definition
The oldest person or thing in a group.
Examples
- She is the eldest of three siblings.
- The eldest son inherited the family estate.
- As the eldest daughter, she took on many responsibilities early in life.
Meaning
Eldest is used to describe the highest age in a family or group, often referring to siblings.
Synonyms
- oldest
- senior
- firstborn
