| first(noun, original, epitome, prototype, paradigm) |
| model(noun, sign, original, indication, pattern) |
| pathfinder(noun, watch, spy, lookout) |
| pattern(noun, sign, original, indication, example) |
| portent(noun, mark, light, sign, indication) |
| protoplast(noun, original, epitome, prototype, antecedent) |
| standard(noun, original, pattern, example, sample) |
| mock-up(noun, original, epitome, prototype, paradigm) |
| trailblazer(noun, pioneer, forerunner, predecessor, forebear) |
| omen(noun, mark, light, sign, indication) |
| augury(noun, mark, light, sign, indication) |
| emissary(noun, watch, spy, herald, mediator) |
| envoy(noun, sign, indication, herald, mediator) |
| errand person(noun, expression, herald, mediator, envoy) |
| forbearer(noun, antecedent, pioneer, forerunner, predecessor) |