Old English (Mercian) eldrost "most advanced in age, that was born first," superlative of eald, ald "old" (see old). Superseded by oldest since 16c. Compare elder (adj.).
实用例句
1. Warren's eldest son is an art student, at St Martin's.
沃伦的大儿子是圣马丁学院艺术系的学生。
来自柯林斯例句
2. His eldest son Joseph carried on his father's traditions.
他的长子约瑟夫继承了乃父的传统。
来自柯林斯例句
3. The two eldest are already doing well at Kings Wood.
