FOUNDER Meaning and
Definition
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founder (noun):
1. A person who establishes or originates an organization, institution, or company, usually with a specific goal or purpose in mind. Founders are individuals who conceive ideas, gather resources, and devise strategies to transform their vision into a reality. They take the lead in setting up the structure and direction of the organization, often assuming significant risks and responsibilities in the process. Founders possess the inherent qualities of determination, innovation, and the ability to motivate others towards achieving a common objective. They lay the groundwork and form the initial core team necessary for the successful establishment and growth of their venture.
2. In the context of shipbuilding, the term "founder" refers to the sinking or destruction of a vessel due to various factors such as rough weather, collisions, or structural failure. It signifies the complete downfall or failure of the ship, often resulting in it becoming submerged or disabled beyond salvage. The process of foundering usually involves the entry of water into the vessel, causing it to lose buoyancy and stability. Foundering can potentially lead to the loss of lives and property, and efforts are undertaken to prevent such occurrences through proper maintenance, safety protocols, and crew training.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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• One who establishes; an originator.
• One who is skilled in forming articles by casting metal in moulds.
• To fill or be filled with water and sink, as a ship in the sea; to disable or lame a horse by causing sores in its feet.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of FOUNDER
The word "founder" has its origin in Middle English, from the Old French word "fondrer", which meant "to collapse" or "to sink". This Old French term derived from the Latin word "fundus", which meant "bottom" or "foundation". Over time, "founder" began to be used metaphorically to refer to a person who establishes or creates something, such as an organization or institution.
Similar spelling words for FOUNDER
- fodder,
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- rounder,
- flounder,
- hounder,
- under-,
- fond,
- fonder,
- foundress,
- fender,
- founded,
- sounder,
- Funderburk,
- fund.
Conjugate verb Founder
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