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- Dictionaryeligible/ˈɛlɪdʒɪbl/
adjective
- 1. having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions: "customers who are eligible for discounts" Similar Opposite
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ELIGIBLE definition: 1. having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions: 2. An eligible person is…. Learn more.
The meaning of ELIGIBLE is qualified to participate or be chosen. How to use eligible in a sentence.
Eligible definition: fit or proper to be chosen; worthy of choice; desirable. See examples of ELIGIBLE used in a sentence.
If you’re eligible for something, you’re either qualified for it or allowed to do it. You’re eligible for unemployment benefits if you’ve recently been laid off, but not if you've never had a job in the first place.
1. Qualified or entitled to be chosen: eligible to run for office; eligible for retirement. 2. Desirable and worthy of choice, especially for marriage: an eligible bachelor. 3. Football Allowed under the rules to catch a forward pass. n. A person who is eligible.
eligible. a person who is eligible for something or to do something, is able to have or do it because they have the right qualifications, are the right age, etc. eligible (for something) Only those over 70 are eligible for the special payment.
Someone who is eligible to do something is qualified or able to do it, for example because they are old enough. Almost half the population are eligible to vote in today's election. You could be eligible for a university scholarship.
ELIGIBILITY definition: 1. the fact of having the necessary qualities or satisfying the necessary conditions: 2. the fact…. Learn more.
Definitions of 'eligible' 1. Someone who is eligible to do something is qualified or able to do it, for example, because they are old enough. [...] 2. An eligible man or woman is not yet married and is thought by many people to be a suitable partner. [...] More. English for Special Purposes. in Insurance.
eligible meaning, definition, what is eligible: someone who is eligible for something is...: Learn more.
