Meaning of the word seniority in English

What does seniority mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

seniority

US /siːˈnjɔːr.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˌsiː.niˈɒr.ə.ti/

Noun

the fact or state of being older or higher in position or status than someone else

Example:
Employees with greater seniority often have more benefits.
Promotion is often based on seniority rather than merit.