elder statesman

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elder statesman

A prominent, highly experienced older man, especially one acting as an unofficial adviser.

elder statesman

an old, experienced, and eminent person, esp a politician, whose advice is often sought

eld′er states′man

an older, experienced person whose advice is often sought.

[1900–05]

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Noun	1.	elder statesman - any influential person whose advice is highly respected important person, influential person, personage - a person whose actions and opinions strongly influence the course of events
	2.	elder statesman - an elderly statesman whose advice is sought be government leaders national leader, solon, statesman - a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs

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decano della politica

elder statesman

n → (alt)erfahrener Staatsmann

elder statesman

n (Pol) → uomo politico di grande esperienza e prestigio

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