big sister
noun
1
: an older sister
2
: a woman who serves as a companion, mother figure, and role model for a girl
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Initially, most of my fans were older than me — big sisters, older brothers and even uncle fans.
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Eunbo Shim, Billboard, 17 Dec. 2024
Hilary Duff’s oldest daughter is still getting used to being a big sister.
—Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
As a big sister, Sarah's parents describe her as the cornerstone of their family.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Sydney is also a supportive big sister, regularly posting about her siblings' accomplishments.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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Eunbo Shim, Billboard, 17 Dec. 2024
Hilary Duff’s oldest daughter is still getting used to being a big sister.
—Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 12 Dec. 2024
As a big sister, Sarah's parents describe her as the cornerstone of their family.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Sydney is also a supportive big sister, regularly posting about her siblings' accomplishments.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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“Big sister.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big%20sister. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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