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Meaning:
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a person or group that goes first to explore, open, prepare, or settle an area; someone who breaks new ground, as in science or ideas
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Example:
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Orville Wright, along with his brother Wilbur, was a
pioneer in achieving controlled, powered flight.
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Meaning:
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to open the way for others to follow; to lead, be the first
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Example:
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Our city will
pioneer the use of electric buses.