foun
der
Plural
founders
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someone who starts or creates something like a company or organization
- She is the founder of a successful tech startup.
- He became well-known as the founder of the company.
- The museum honored the founder with a special exhibit.
- They celebrated the 50th anniversary of the company’s founder.
- The founder of the organization was passionate about helping children.
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a serious hoof condition that can cause lameness or even permanent damage
- The horse was diagnosed with founder after showing signs of severe pain.
- Overfeeding can trigger founder in ponies and horses.
- The vet treated the mare for founder with anti-inflammatory medication.
- Founder is one of the most serious hoof conditions in equine care.
- The stable manager recognized early symptoms of founder.
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a worker who casts molten metal into molds to create objects
- The founder poured molten iron into the mold with practiced precision.
- Skilled founders are essential in the production of engine components.
- He trained as a founder in the local steelworks.
- The bronze statue was crafted by a master founder.
- The factory employed dozens of founders to meet demand.