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Eldern

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

(of persons) Elder; elderly; aged; old..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (of persons) Elder; elderly; aged; old.
  2. (of things) Not new; old; ancient.
  3. (obsolete) Made of elder wood, or of the elder tree.

Example Sentences

[T]ruth, a heauen he would diſcharge vs as boyes do elderne guns, one pellet to ſtrike out another: […]

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What does eldern mean?

Eldern means (of persons) Elder; elderly; aged; old..

What is a synonym for eldern?

Common synonyms include aged, long in the tooth, wizened, cobwebby.

What is the opposite of eldern?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use eldern in a sentence?

[T]ruth, a heauen he would diſcharge vs as boyes do elderne guns, one pellet to ſtrike out another: […]

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