TORCHBEARER

torchbearer

(noun) a leader in a campaign or movement

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

torchbearer (plural torchbearers)

A person who carries a torch (flaming brand).

(by extension) The leader of a campaign, or one who gives inspiration to others.

Source: Wiktionary

Torch"bear`er, n.

Definition: One whose office it is to carry a torch.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition