First-born of Israel destined for central role? (6)
I believe the answer is:
eldest
'first-born' is the definition.
(the eldest child)
'israel destined for central role?' is the wordplay.
'ELDEST' is hidden in amongst the letters.
But, I am uncertain how this is indicated.
'of' is the link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for eldest that I've seen before include "Most advanced in years" , "Most senior (E, not O)" , "Of greatest age" , "most early in origin" , "First to be born" .)