SINCE 1828
standard-bearer
noun
stan·dard-bear·er
| \ ˈstan-dərd-ˌber-ər
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Definition of standard-bearer
1
: one who bears a standard or banner
2
: one that leads an organization, movement, or party
a standard-bearer for political reform
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standard-bearer
noun
English Language Learners Definition of standard-bearer
formal
: the leader of an organization, movement, or political party
: someone who carries a flag or banner
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