Vorkämpfer — meaning in English
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English meaning
- avant garde adjective Strikingly new and experimental, especially in art, music, fashion or film, and ahead of what most people are used to.
- champion noun The winner of a competition, especially the current title-holder.
- paladin noun A heroic, chivalrous champion, especially one associated with knighthood.
- spearhead noun The pointed tip of a spear.
Senses
Vorkämpfer is used for these senses in English:
- avant-garde Any group of people who invent or promote new techniques or concepts, especially in the arts.
- champion (botany) A particularly notable member of a plant species, such as one of great size.
- paladin A defender or advocate of a noble cause.
- spearhead One who leads or initiates an activity (such as an attack or a campaign).
avant garde — full definition
- adjective Strikingly new and experimental, especially in art, music, fashion or film, and ahead of what most people are used to.
- noun The artists, writers or thinkers whose work breaks with established forms and points the way for others.
champion — full definition
- noun The winner of a competition, especially the current title-holder.
- noun A person who strongly supports or fights for a cause.
- verb To actively support, promote, or advocate for something.
- adj Excellent or first-rate.