Home›Browse›E›elder statesmanelder statesmanOur editors are putting together more complete content — check back in about 20 minuteselder statesmanelder statesman — nounnoun1. an older, respected person, especially in politics, known for wisdom and experie1.nounDefinitionan older, respected person, especially in politics, known for wisdom and experience.ExampleThe former president served as an elder statesman, advising the current leaders.