Nestor
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- proper noun
- /ˈnɛstər/
- Literature
- Everyone sought the counsel of Nestor, the respected elder known for his insightful advice.
Examples
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Nestor would like to know why we are gathered around a tiny fire in the middle of his home.
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For example, law professor Dr. Nestor Duarte praised Baianas as an "ennobling and modernizing influence in Brazil."
Academic text (1997) -
In the film, Nestor served as the wise advisor who helped guide the hero through difficult choices.
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As a seasoned politician, Nestor often shared valuable wisdom with younger leaders in the community.
Synonyms
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7.7
A son of David and king of Israel known for great wisdom
Compounds
A left-wing armed group in Bolivia that brings together small indigenous armed groups and follows revolutionary ideas from the 1960s
How Wise
Surface Forms
Etymology
Nestor The name Nestor comes from Greek myth, where he was a respected old king who gave good advice to younger leaders. So, calling someone a Nestor means they are a 'wise elder' or 'trusted advisor'.