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torchbearers

torchbearers is the plural of torchbearer.

Meaning of torchbearer

Noun

torchbearer (plural torchbearers)

  1. A person who carries a torch (flaming brand).
  2. (broadly) The leader of a campaign, or one who gives inspiration to others.
  3. (figuratively) One who carries on a movement or organization from someone else.
    • The Roman Empire could be considered the torchbearer of Ancient Greek knowledge and wisdom.

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Questions about torchbearers

What is torchbearers the plural of?
Torchbearers is the plural of torchbearer.

Words near torchbearers in the dictionary

  1. torch up
  2. torch-lighted
  3. torch-lit
  4. torchable
  5. torchbearer
  6. torchbearers
  7. torchbearing
  8. torchecul
  9. torcheculs
  10. torched
  11. torched down

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