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First-born of Israel destined for central role? (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

eldest

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'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.

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(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" .)

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