repealer
|re-peal-er|
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/rɪˈpiːlər/
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/rɪˈpiːlə/
(repeal)
cancel a law
Etymology
Etymology Information
'repealer' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'repealen,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'peal' meant 'to call or appeal.'
Historical Evolution
'repealen' transformed into the modern English word 'repeal,' and eventually became 'repealer' by adding the suffix '-er' to denote a person who performs the action.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to call back or revoke,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who advocates for the repeal of a law.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who advocates or enacts the repeal of a law or regulation.
The repealer of the controversial law faced significant opposition.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 17:38