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progenitor in Latin

progenitor in Latin is progenitor — progenitor means a forefather, any of a person's direct ancestors.

progenitor in Latin

progenitor

noun

A forefather, any of a person's direct ancestors.

What does "progenitor" mean?

noun A forefather, any of a person's direct ancestors.
noun A person from whom one or more people (dynasty, tribe, nation…) are descended.
noun An ancestral form of a species.
noun A predecessor of something, especially if also a precursor or model.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "progenitor" in Latin?

"progenitor" in Latin is progenitor. progenitor means: A forefather, any of a person's direct ancestors.

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