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elder meaning in Bengali

পূর্বপুরুষ purbopuruś

/ˈɛldə/

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Australia/ˈeldə/

elder in Bengali: পূর্বপুরুষ (purbopuruś). In English, elder means closer to the dealer, i.e. receiving cards earlier than others.

Bengali words for elder

one who lived at an earlier period — see also predecessor
পূর্বপুরুষ purbopuruś

English meaning of elder

  1. adjective Closer to the dealer, i.e. receiving cards earlier than others.
  2. noun A leader or senior member of a tribe or community, often of considerable age, respected as an authority figure, especially in a counselling, consultative, or ceremonial role.
  3. noun An old person.
  4. noun One who is older than another.

Full definition of elder

elder in a sentence

  • We were presented to the village elder.
  • At the friendship centre, you can arrange to meet with a social worker or an elder.
  • Respect your elders.

Synonyms of elder

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Questions about elder in Bengali

What is the meaning of elder in Bengali?
Elder in Bengali is পূর্বপুরুষ (purbopuruś).
elder এর বাংলা অর্থ কী?
Elder: পূর্বপুরুষ (purbopuruś).
What does elder mean in English?
Elder means closer to the dealer, i.e. receiving cards earlier than others.

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