declarer
|de-clar-er|
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/dɪˈklɛrər/
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/dɪˈkleərə/
(declare)
announce officially
Etymology
'declarer' originates from the Latin word 'declarare,' where 'de-' meant 'thoroughly' and 'clarare' meant 'to make clear.'
'Declarare' transformed into the Old French word 'declarer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'declarer.'
Initially, it meant 'to make clear or explain,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who declares or announces.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
in the card game bridge, the player who wins the bidding and declares the contract.
The declarer played the hand skillfully, winning the contract.
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Noun 2
one who makes a formal statement or announcement.
The declarer announced the new policy to the press.
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Last updated: 2025/06/01 01:07