redeemer

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redeemer - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Redeemer \Re*deem"er\ (r?*d?m"?r), n.
     1. One who redeems.
        [1913 Webster]
  
     2. Specifically, the Savior of the world, Jesus Christ.
        [1913 Webster]

redeemer - WordNet (r) 2.1 (2005) :

  Redeemer
      n 1: a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in
           Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for
           Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) [syn: Jesus, Jesus of Nazareth
           , the Nazarene, Jesus Christ, Christ,
           Savior, Saviour, Good Shepherd, Redeemer,
           Deliverer]
      2: someone who redeems or buys back (promissory notes or
         merchandise or commercial paper etc.)

redeemer - Easton's 1897 Bible Dictionary :

  Redeemer
  Heb. goel; i.e., one charged with the duty of restoring the
  rights of another and avenging his wrongs (Lev. 25:48, 49; Num.
  5:8; Ruth 4:1; Job 19:25; Ps. 19:14; 78:35, etc.). This title is
  peculiarly applied to Christ. He redeems us from all evil by the
  payment of a ransom (q.v.). (See REDEMPTION.)