Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pioneer

Noun

/ˌpaɪəˈnɪər/

Definition

A pioneer is someone who is among the first to explore or settle a new area or to develop a new idea or method.

Examples

As a pioneer in renewable energy, she developed innovative technologies that changed the industry.
The pioneers traveled westward to find new land and opportunities.

Meaning

The term ‘pioneer’ can refer to a person who is the first to introduce or open up a particular field or area, or it can mean someone who leads the way in a new development.