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forefather
ˈfɔːfɑːðə
noun
przodek
Also
praojciec(m)
Definition
An ancestor, especially a male ancestor, from whom a person or group is descended.
Examples
Our forefathers fought bravely for the independence of our nation.
Nasi przodkowie walczyli dzielnie o niepodległość naszego narodu.
He traced his lineage back to his ancient forefathers who settled in the valley.
Wyprowadził swój ród od swoich starożytnych praojców, którzy osiedlili się w dolinie.
Synonyms
Collocations
ancient forefathersour forefathersbrave forefathers
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