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descubridor

discoverer

noun des-koo-bree-DOHR Rare

Also means

explorer

Usage Note

Descubridor refers to a person who discovers something — a place, phenomenon, or idea. Historically it is associated with the Age of Exploration (los descubridores del Nuevo Mundo). The feminine form is descubridora. Do not confuse with descubrimiento ('the discovery' as an event).

Examples

"Colón es considerado el descubridor de América."

Natural Translation

Columbus is considered the discoverer of America.

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