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Term: Forrunner

Definition:

The term "forrunner" is a misspelling or variation of the word "forerunner". It refers to someone or something that comes before and indicates the approach or arrival of another person or thing.

Senses:

Sense 1:

As a noun, the term "forerunner" refers to a person or thing that precedes and indicates the coming of another.

Example sentence: The dark clouds were the forerunner of the impending storm.

Sense 2:

As a noun, "forerunner" can also refer to a predecessor, precursor, or an early form of something.

Example sentence: The first iPhone was a forerunner of the modern smartphones we use today.

Sense 3:

As a noun, "forerunner" can refer to a person who goes ahead and prepares the way for others, often in a professional or religious context.

Example sentence: John was considered a forerunner in the field of artificial intelligence.

Sense 4:

As a noun, "forerunner" can also refer to a sign or omen that anticipates or predicts a future event.

Example sentence: The blooming flowers were a forerunner of a beautiful spring.

Sense 5:

As a verb, "forerunner" can mean to precede or predict the arrival or coming of something.

Example sentence: The early morning chirping of birds foreruns the break of dawn.

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