草分け (くさわけ, kusawake) Japanese meaning: pathfinder | Kotomoraて
いる
。
He is known as a pioneer of this area.
Usage patterns
〈事〉の草分けthe pioneer/founder of a field or movement
He is said to be a pioneer of Japanese rock music.
草分け的存在a pioneering figure/presence
She is a pioneering figure in this industry.
〈事〉の草分けとして知られるto be known as the pioneer of something
He is known as a pioneer of the natural food industry.