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The correct spelling is elders.
How to pronounce elders
/ˈɛldəz/
nounIPA: /ˈɛldəz/
Say it like: Eld-ers
The correct spelling is elders. An older person or an older member, usually a leader, of some community. For example: "We were presented to the village elder."
Usage Examples
“We were presented to the village elder.”
“Respect your elders.”
“a travelling elder”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An older person or an older member, usually a leader, of some community.
- 2.One who is older than another.
- 3.One who lived at an earlier period; a predecessor.
- 4.An officer of a church, sometimes having teaching responsibilities.
- 5.A clergyman authorized to administer all the sacraments.
verb
- 1.To admonish or reprove for improper conduct by the elders of the meeting.
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