vanguard
Translation
vanguard, forefront, leading position
Examples
The company is in the vanguard of technology.
The company is in the vanguard of technology.
She was part of the vanguard of the feminist movement.
She was part of the vanguard of the feminist movement.
Grammar Patterns
((the vanguard of sth.)) the leading position in a movement or field The company is in the vanguard of technology.
Similar Words
Synonyms: forefront, cutting edge, pioneers; Antonyms: rearguard, followers
Etymology
From Old French 'avant-garde', from 'avant' meaning 'before' and 'garde' meaning 'guard'. Originally a military term for the advance guard.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'van' that 'guards' the front of a group or army. It's the leading part.