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eldest son

Noun

Definitions

1. eldest son (may be the only son)
2. first-born son

A noun referring to the eldest or first-born son in a family. It is a specific family title used to identify the oldest male child, and is commonly used when discussing family structure or inheritance.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Honestly, just hearing the word "eldest son" makes my shoulders feel heavy.

Sentence 2

How much are eldest sons actually expected to put up with?

Sentence 3

It turns out the eldest son kind of sets the whole mood for the family.

Sentence 4

At the work drinks, we all bonded over "being the eldest son is rough, right?"

Sentence 5

My senior colleague said, "The weight of your parents' expectations as the eldest son is no joke."