trailblazer

noun

trail·​blaz·​er ˈtrāl-ˌblā-zər How to pronounce trailblazer (audio)
1
: pioneer sense 2
a trailblazer in astrophysics
2
: one that blazes a trail to guide others : pathfinder

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Purdue University Libraries The trailblazer worked at Purdue, serving as a career counselor for women and an adviser on its aeronautical engineering department, from 1935 until her disappearance in 1937, according to the university’s website. Tom Costello, NBC news, 2 July 2025 Now, during Pride Month, Wright, 54, is looking back on her legacy as a rule-breaker and trailblazer in Nashville and beyond. Jeff Nelson, People.com, 30 June 2025 Much like the trailblazers who came before (think: Grace Jones, Missy Elliott, Lil’ Kim, Donna Summer, etc.), the muses of today use visual language as a tool for self exploration, rebellion, and a way to honor one’s inner chameleon. Essence, 27 June 2025 The latter, a Hall-of-Fame trailblazer and the first woman serve as in-game analyst for the NBA Finals, may not see her contract renewed. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for trailblazer

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of trailblazer was in 1908

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“Trailblazer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trailblazer. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.

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trailblazer

noun
trail·​blaz·​er ˈtrā(ə)l-ˌblā-zər How to pronounce trailblazer (audio)
: someone who prepares the way for others who follow: as

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