Vanguard

/ˈvænˌɡɑrd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The foremost part of an advancing military formation.
    The vanguard led the army into enemy territory.
  2. (n.) The leading position in a movement or trend, especially one that innovates or leads change.
    The company was in the vanguard of technological innovation.

Forms

  • vanguards

Commentary

Often used metaphorically to denote leadership or pioneering roles beyond military contexts.

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