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discoverers

noun

plural of discoverer
as in explorers

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  1. explorers
  2. pioneers
  3. travelers
Noun
  • While some species are named after scientists or explorers, the researchers named this one Leopardus tilcayo, preserving the moniker used by communities in the tropical cloud forests of the Andes Mountains in Bolivia where the animal lives.
    — Paola Flores, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The bespoke interior is a tribute to explorers of the past, with shapes, colors, and materials drawn from the people, vessels, and instruments of that world.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of explorers
Noun
  • Little wonder that the pioneers of the medium ditched the cold, clammy, and crowded precincts of New York and New Jersey to light out for the picture-perfect vista.
    — Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Punk For seven brilliant years in the nineties, the Washington punk-rock band Bikini Kill kicked up a ruckus as pioneers of the riot-grrrl movement.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of pioneers
Noun
  • Passengers are savvy travelers, primarily American, who relish cruising and, with this line, truly appreciate fine food and wine.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • The airport is also encouraging travelers to use a TollTag or prebook parking, which officials say can reduce transaction times, keep traffic moving through its control plazas and lower operating costs.
    — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of travelers
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