noun
greybeard
Greybeard (noun) means any of the members of a group who have been there the longest, often implying experience.
noun
1
Any of the members of a group who have been there the longest, often implying experience.
2
A coarse earthenware vessel for holding liquor; a bellarmine.
3
A powerful wave in the vicinity of Cape Horn.
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Etymology
From grey + beard; men of advanced age would be expected to have a grey beard.
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What is the meaning of greybeard?
"greybeard" (noun) means any of the members of a group who have been there the longest, often implying experience.
What are the different meanings of greybeard?
"greybeard" has 3 main meanings: 1. Any of the members of a group who have been there the longest, often implying experience; 2. A coarse earthenware vessel for holding liquor; a bellarmine; 3. A powerful wave in the vicinity of Cape Horn.