elder
Translation
elder, older
Examples
My elder brother is a doctor.
My elder brother is a doctor.
Grammar Patterns
((one's)) elder ((brother/sister/son/etc.)) older (used for comparing two members of a family) My elder brother is a doctor.
Similar Words
Synonyms: older, senior; Antonyms: younger
Etymology
Comparative of Old English 'eald' (old).
Memory Tips
Used to compare the age of two family members. 'Elder' sounds like 'older'.