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deliverer

|de/liv/er/er|

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/dɪˈlɪvərər/

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/dɪˈlɪvərə/

(deliver)

transporting to a destination

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'deliverer' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'delivrer,' where 'de-' meant 'away' and 'livrer' meant 'to free.'

Historical Evolution

'delivrer' transformed into the Middle English word 'deliveren,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliverer.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to free or liberate,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who delivers or rescues.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who delivers something, such as packages or messages.

The deliverer left the package at the front door.

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Noun 2

a person who rescues or saves someone from a difficult situation.

He was hailed as the deliverer of the hostages.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42