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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Colton loves watching his little girls prepare to be big sisters.
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Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
While some big sisters may shun their younger siblings, Staten said her sister never did that to her.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 28 Sep. 2024
In following her big sister's footsteps as influencer, Ashtin Earle has also seen their familial bond change for the better.
—Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2024
Moana's role on her island now also includes being a big sister.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 18 Sep. 2024
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Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 9 Oct. 2024
While some big sisters may shun their younger siblings, Staten said her sister never did that to her.
—Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 28 Sep. 2024
In following her big sister's footsteps as influencer, Ashtin Earle has also seen their familial bond change for the better.
—Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 26 Sep. 2024
Moana's role on her island now also includes being a big sister.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 18 Sep. 2024
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“Big sister.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/big%20sister. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.
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