Meaning of 'pioneer'

Find the meaning of the word ‘pioneer’

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Meaning of ‘pioneer’

5 definitions found.

pioneer

noun

one the first colonists or settlers in a new territory

Example: "they went west as pioneers with only the possessions they could carry with them"

noun

someone who helps to open up a new line of research or technology or art

Synonyms: innovator trailblazer groundbreaker

verb

open up and explore a new area

Example: "pioneer space"

verb

take the lead or initiative in

Synonyms: initiate

verb

open up an area or prepare a way

Example: "I pioneered a graduate program for low income students."

Synonyms: open up

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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