How do you pronounce forebear?

forebear is pronounced as /ˈfɔːrˌbɛər/.

👴forebear

noun

/ˈfɔːrˌbɛər/

An ancestor, especially one who lived a long time ago.

He often speaks of his forebears with great respect.

ancestor, predecessor, progenitor, forefather

descendant, successor

ancient forebears, honor forebears, respect forebears

An ointment used to promote healing of the skin or as protection.

sweet crystalline substance used as a sweetener

a low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river or stream flowing through it

something that is given, especially as a gift or contribution

a person in authority, especially over a military group

a natural or artificial substance used to give color to something