| a. | 1. | That may be selected; proper or qualified to be chosen; legally qualified to be elected and to hold office. |
| 2. | Worthy to be chosen or selected; suitable; desirable; |
| Adj. | 1. | eligible - qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen; "eligible to run for office"; "eligible for retirement benefits"; "an eligible bachelor" Antonyms: ineligible - not eligible; "ineligible to vote"; "ineligible for retirement benefits" |
| 2. | eligible - prohibited by official rules; "an eligible pass receiver" |
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