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forebear

noun

/ˈfɔːrˌbɛər/

Meaning

An ancestor, especially one who lived a long time ago.

He often speaks of his forebears with great respect.

ancestor, predecessor, progenitor, forefather

descendant, successor

ancient forebears, honor forebears, respect forebears

a word, phrase, or characteristic feature of British English

a statement or conclusion that does not logically follow from the previous statement

The quality of being clever, inventive, creative, and resourceful in solving problems or creating so...

A thing that is known or proved to be true

the action of helping someone with a job or task; support