elder

nounmasculineformal/ɐ̃.ˈsjɐ̃w/low

an·ci·ão

Definition

An older person, often one with authority or respect within a community.

The village elders made the final decision.

He sought advice from the elders of the tribe.

syn

ant

Common collocations

tribal eldercouncil of elders

Do latim 'antianus', de 'ante' (antes), significando 'o que vem antes, o mais velho'.