noun, na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
elite; best; pick; cream of the crop
Refers to a select group of highly capable people, often in military, sports, or business contexts. Can be used as a noun or adjectivally with な or の.
彼は精鋭部隊の一員だ。
He is a member of an elite unit.
This company gathers the best in the industry.
This unit is the elite of the army.
We formed the team by gathering elites from various fields.
The elite representatives from each country gathered for the final match.