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eldest

noun

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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈɛldɪst/

adj

  1. superlative form of old: most old; greatest in age or seniority.

    The eldest son was usually given the name of his paternal grandfather, later children those of other relatives.

  2. (of a player) Receiving cards from the dealer first, before any other players.
  3. (of a hand) Having higher, or superior cards.

    Each player draws a card, and the lowest becomes eldest hand.

noun

  1. The eldest child in a family, or individual in a group.