forefather
US /ˈfɔːrˌfɑː.ðɚ/
UK /ˈfɔːˌfɑː.ðər/
名词
先辈, 祖先
a member of the past generations of one's family or people; an ancestor
示例:
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Our forefathers fought for the freedom we enjoy today.
我们的先辈为我们今天享有的自由而奋斗。
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The traditions of our forefathers are still honored.
我们先辈的传统仍然受到尊重。