redeemers
|re-deem-ers|
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/rɪˈdiːmərz/
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/rɪˈdiːməz/
(redeemer)
one who buys back or saves
Etymology
'redeemer' originates from Middle English, formed from the verb 'redeem' plus the agent suffix '-er'. 'Redeem' comes from Old French (or Anglo-Norman) 'redemer', ultimately from Latin 'redimere', where 're-' meant 'back' and 'emere' meant 'to buy'.
'redimere' (Latin) > Old French/Anglo-Norman 'redemer' > Middle English 'redemer' > modern English 'redeemer'. The agent suffix '-er' produced the noun meaning 'one who redeems.'
Initially it meant 'one who buys back (something),' but over time it broadened to include 'one who rescues or saves' (especially in religious/spiritual senses).
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
people who buy something back (for example, reclaim property or free someone by paying a price).
The redeemers negotiated with the lenders to get the farm back.
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Noun 2
saviors or deliverers, especially in a religious context (those who save others from sin or spiritual peril).
In the hymn, the redeemers are praised for bringing salvation to the people.
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Noun 3
people who exchange vouchers, coupons, or tickets for goods or services (those who redeem a token or coupon).
The shop clerk served the redeemers waiting at the counter.
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Last updated: 2026/01/13 05:33