torchbearer

n. 持火炬者, 启蒙者

词形变化

torchbearers 复数 torchbearers

释义与例句

n.
  1. 1.

    A person who carries a torch (flaming brand).

    火炬手

  2. 2.

    The leader of a campaign, or one who gives inspiration to others.

    引申义
  3. 3.

    One who carries on a movement or organization from someone else.

    比喻

    The Roman Empire could be considered the torchbearer of Ancient Greek knowledge and wisdom.

词汇关系

名词

上位词 1

leader

相关短语

Olympic torchbearer

词源

From torch + bearer.

来源：wiktionary