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elder statesman
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elder statesman
n.
A prominent, highly experienced older man, especially one acting as an unofficial adviser.
elder statesman
n
an old, experienced, and eminent person, esp a politician, whose advice is often sought
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.elder statesmanelder 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
Translations
elder statesman
n → (alt)erfahrener Staatsmann
elder statesman n (Pol) → uomo politico di grande esperienza e prestigio
elder statesman n (Pol) → uomo politico di grande esperienza e prestigio


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