waymaker

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English

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Etymology

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From way +‎ maker.

Noun

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waymaker (plural waymakers)

  1. One who makes a way; a precursor; pioneer; pathfinder.
    Synonym: trailblazer
    • a. 1626, Francis Bacon, Expostulation to Lord Coke:
      Christ never comes before his waymaker
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