Definition

A person who is the first to do something or who leads the way for others to follow.

Example

As a trailbreaker in the tech industry, she introduced innovative ideas that changed the market.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new trailbreaker in our community?

Yeah, I read an article about them; they’re doing amazing things!

It’s inspiring to see someone being a true trailbreaker for others.

Absolutely, I think their work will motivate a lot of people.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trailbreaker → It is formed from "trail" (from Old French *traille*, meaning a path or track) and "breaker" (from Old English *brecan*, meaning to break). The word "trailbreaker" refers to someone who breaks a new path or creates a new trail.

Memory Tip

Think of someone creating a new "path" ('trail') and "breaking" through obstacles ('breaker') — that's what a trailbreaker does.

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