The invention was a precursor to modern computers.
这项发明是现代计算机的先驱。
In the world of scientific discovery, one groundbreaking study often serves as a precursor to further research that expands on its findings.
C — predecessor. “precursor” means n. forerunner; predecessor; harbinger
The horse-drawn carriage was in many ways a ______ to the modern automobile.
C — precursor. “precursor” means n. forerunner; predecessor; harbinger
precursor — n. forerunner; predecessor; harbinger. In Chinese: 先驱；前兆.
precursor is pronounced /prɪˈkɜːrsər/. It breaks into 3 syllables: pre · cur · sor.
The invention was a precursor to modern computers. (这项发明是现代计算机的先驱。)
forerunner, harbinger — all close in meaning to precursor (n. forerunner; predecessor; harbinger).
Yes. precursor appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
pre-(before) + curs(run) + or→ precursor, forerunner.