torchbearer

Fetched 2026-10-26 (cache).

Synonyms: torchbearers

Antonyms: torchbearers

Related words from Datamuse; suggestions, not definitions.

Noun

1. A person who carries a [[torch]] {{gloss|flaming brand}}.
2. {{lb|en|by extension}} The [[leader]] of a [[campaign]], or one who gives [[inspiration]] to others.
3. {{lb|en|metaphorical}} One who [[carry on|carries on]] a movement or organization from someone else.

Source: Wiktionary · CC BY-SA 4.0 (Wiktionary dump) · cached copy, not a rewrite.