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Progenitor

Description:

A progenitor is a person or thing that serves as a forerunner, originator, or ancestor of something or someone.

Example sentences:

1. John is considered the progenitor of modern physics.
2. The first personal computer was a progenitor of today's advanced technology.
3. The ancient Mesopotamians are believed to be the progenitors of writing systems.

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