Forefather
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British pronunciation/fˈɔːfɑːðɐ/
American pronunciation/ˈfɔɹˌfɑðɝ/

Definition & Meaning of "forefather"

Forefather
01

an ancestor from previous generations, especially further back than one's grandfather

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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.
02

person from an earlier time who contributed to the tradition shared by some group

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