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| 1. | [ adjective ] qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen; | |
| Examples: | "eligible to run for office" "eligible for retirement benefits" "an eligible bachelor' |
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| Related terms: | ineligible entitled desirable legal in_line pensionable bailable qualified | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] (sports) prohibited by official rules | |
| Examples: | "an eligible pass receiver" |
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| Related terms: | sport legal | |
| Similar spelling: |
eligibility |
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