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Meaning of forerunner
A person or thing that precedes something else, especially a person who is among the first to do something or to advocate a particular idea or policy.
Etymology of forerunner
The word "forerunner" has its roots in Old English "for" meaning "before" and "rinnan" meaning "to run", with the prefix "for-" indicating prior action or position, and the verb "run" signifying movement or progression, thus forming a compound word that literally means "one who runs before"
Synonyms
precursor
harbinger
herald
messenger
scout
pioneer
trailblazer
innovator
leader
predecessor
antecedent
prototype
model
example
pattern
trendsetter
vanguard
forefront
precursor
champion
advocate
proponent
supporter
enthusiast
promoter
campaigner
crusader
revolutionary
groundbreaking
pathfinder
opener
initiator
founder
inventor
discoverer
explorer
Definitions
- A person or thing that precedes the coming or arrival of something else
- A person who is among the first to do something or to advocate a particular idea or policy
- A thing that precedes another in time or order
Usage Examples
- The company was a forerunner in the development of renewable energy sources
- She was a forerunner of the feminist movement, advocating for women's rights and equality
- The new smartphone is a forerunner of a series of innovative devices that will be released next year