1. that may be taken or conquered , (Herdotus Historicus); that may be understood , (Plato Philosophus)

2. ( αἱρέομαι) to be chosen, eligible , (Plato Philosophus), etc.; ζοῆς πονηρᾶς θάνατος αἱρετώτερος (Menander Comicus)

3. chosen, elected , (Plato Philosophus), etc. (ML)