The term 'elder' is used to describe a person who is OLDER, more experienced, and often holds a position of authority. The crossword solutions for the term elder include ANCESTOR (8 letters), PATRIARCH (9 letters), FIRSTBORN (9 letters), MAJOR (5 letters), ANCIENT (7 letters), SUPERIOR (8 letters), OLDER (5 letters), DOYEN (5 letters), SENIOR (6 letters), and tree (4 letters). These words all refer to someone who is OLDER, has a higher rank, or is more experienced than others. ANCESTOR and FIRSTBORN refer to someone's family lineage, while PATRIARCH and DOYEN refer to a leader or head of a group. MAJOR and SUPERIOR refer to someone with a higher rank or authority, while ANCIENT and tree refer to someone who is very old. Finally, SENIOR and OLDER refer to someone who is OLDER than others.