Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
eldr
noun
/ɛldər/
Definition
A word used in various contexts to denote age or elder status, often in relation to ancestors or older generations.
Examples
- In Norse mythology, the eldr were revered as wise beings.
- She often sought advice from her eldr, valuing their experience.
- The eldr of the community were called upon to share stories of the past.
Meaning
Eldr commonly refers to the idea of age, emphasizing wisdom and experience that come with the passage of time.
Synonyms
- elder
- ancestor
- forebear
- parent
- senior
