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Meaning of forebears
The primary meaning of "forebears" refers to one's ancestors or those who have come before, especially in a particular family, tribe, or social group.
Etymology of forebears
The word "forebears" has its roots in Old English, with "fore" meaning "before" and "bears" being the archaic third person plural of "bear", which in this context means "to bear or carry", but is more likely related to the idea of "those who have borne" or "those who have come before".
Historically, the term has been used to signify respect, admiration, or a sense of lineage and heritage, often in formal or literary contexts.
Synonyms
Definitions
- According to Oxford Languages, "forebears" are defined as a person's ancestors or a group of people from whom someone is descended.
- * The term can also refer to those who have come before in a particular role, profession, or social context, such as intellectual or cultural forebears.
Usage Examples
- The company is proud of its forebears, who founded the business over a century ago.
- * The artist's use of traditional techniques is a nod to her cultural forebears.
- * The forebears of the modern nation-state can be traced back to ancient civilizations.