先駆け

nounさきがけ · sakigake

1. Englishpioneer; leader; taking the initiative; forerunner

   • クロッカスは春の先駆けである。The crocus is a forerunner of spring.

2. Englishleading an attack; charging ahead of others (towards the enemy)

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