Elder Brethren
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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The guests were received by the Elder Brethren in the Court Room of the Corporation, a stately apartment, adorned with portraits of Royal personages and of former Masters.
From Speeches and Addresses of H. R. H. the Prince of Wales: 1863-1888 by VII, Edward
Soon after the announcement of their discovery by Siemens and Wheatstone, Mr. Holmes, at the instance of the Elder Brethren of the Trinity House, endeavoured to turn this discovery to account for lighthouse purposes.
From Fragments of science, V. 1-2 by Tyndall, John
As regards explosive material, and zealous and accomplished help in the use of it, the resources of Woolwich Arsenal have been freely placed at the disposal of the Elder Brethren.
From Fragments of science, V. 1-2 by Tyndall, John
During the International Exhibition of 1862, where the machine was shown, M. Berlioz offered to dispose of the invention to the Elder Brethren of the Trinity House.
From Fragments of science, V. 1-2 by Tyndall, John
Here was a hint to be acted on by the Elder Brethren.
From Fragments of science, V. 1-2 by Tyndall, John
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