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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

forefather

/fɔːˈfæðər/ noun · British & US
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What does forefather mean?

noun

A person from whom one is descended, especially one who lived in a previous generation. A person who is a founder or originator of something.

Example

"The forefathers of the American nation were instrumental in shaping its history."

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