pioneer

US /ˌpaɪəˈnɪr/

UK /ˌpaɪəˈnɪə(r)/

B1

noun

  • A person who is among the first to research or develop a new area of knowledge or activity.
  • Person exploring a new place or field of endeavor
  • A person or organization that is the first to do something that others follow.
  • A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area.

verb

  • To begin or discover something new
  • To take part in the development of something new

other

  • To develop or be the first to use or apply (a new method, area of knowledge, or activity).