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Blaze Trail Set Follow Sense Ultimately Norse Noun

Word blaze a trail
Description be the first to do something and so set an example for others to follow

Blaze in this sense comes ultimately from an Old Norse noun meaning a white mark on a horse's face. In its literal sense, blazing a trail refers to the practice of making white marks on trees by chipping off bits of their bark, thereby indicating your route to those who are following you. be the first to do something and so set an example for others to follow

Blaze in this sense comes ultimately from an Old Norse noun meaning a w

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