To build on the previous works and gains of.
Clipping of stand on the shoulders of giants.
stand on someone's shoulders
To build on the previous discoveries or creativity of someone.
stand on the shoulders of giants
To build on the achievements of others before one.
dwarf standing on the shoulders of giants
One who discovers by building on previous discoveries.
on one's feet
Able to stand; hence, healthy, well, especially after some previous il…