Vanguards Meaning

There are 3 meaning(s) for word Vanguards

Meaning 1 : the leading units moving at the head of an army

    Synonyms : van
Meaning 2 : any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)

    Synonyms : avant-garde,  new wave,  van
Meaning 3 : the position of greatest importance or advancement; the leading position in any movement or field

    Synonyms : cutting edge,  forefront