Elder Statesman Definition

noun
A prominent, highly experienced older man, especially one acting as an unofficial adviser.
American Heritage
In Japan, any of a number of retired statesmen who served informally as a group of advisors to the emperor.
Webster's New World
Any elderly retired statesman who continues to be consulted unofficially on governmental matters.
Webster's New World
A term of respect for a prominent elderly person.
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Noun

Singular:
elder statesman
Plural:
elder statesmen

Elder Statesman Sentence Examples

  • After World War II Hubble became very much an elder statesman of US astronomy.

  • Bob actively coaches many of the Cricket teams at the club and is a very well respected elder statesman.

  • The 33 year-old is the elder statesman for Season II of The Ultimate Fighter.

  • It was decided to approach Watts, the elder statesman of the art world for his advice.

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elder statesman

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