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Forefather
01
an ancestor from previous generations, especially further back than one's grandfather
02
person from an earlier time who contributed to the tradition shared by some group
例子
Scholars researched the medical conditions of Jane's forefathers to better understand her genetic predispositions.
Thomas proudly traced his family's lineage back to his noble forefathers who had founded the estate centuries ago.
The dynasty's power emanated from the mandate said to be received by the first forefather many generations past.
He inherited his ancestral surname from his forefathers.
