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Definition eligible in American English

eligible adjective

adjective
/ˈelɪdʒəb(ə)l/
1

allowed by rules or laws to do something or to receive something

Example

Fifty-one percent of eligible voters voted in favor.

Example

If you are eligible for financial help, we will tell you how to claim.

Example

She will be eligible to compete in the next Winter Games.

Synonyms and related words
acceptable constitutional eligible
2

considered to be suitable as a marriage partner because you are rich or attractive

Example

He is one of the most eligible bachelors in Europe today.

Synonyms and related words
be made for each other be meant for catch
Definition eligible in American English