noun
redemptioner
Redemptioner (noun) means an immigrant, generally from the 18th or 19th century, who gained passage to America by selling themselves as an indentured servant.
noun
1
An immigrant, generally from the 18th or 19th century, who gained passage to America by selling themselves as an indentured servant.
2
Someone who redeems oneself, such as from debt or servitude.
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Etymology
From redemption + -er.
Rhymes for redemptioner
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What is the meaning of redemptioner?
"redemptioner" (noun) means an immigrant, generally from the 18th or 19th century, who gained passage to America by selling themselves as an indentured servant.
What are the different meanings of redemptioner?
"redemptioner" has 2 main meanings: 1. An immigrant, generally from the 18th or 19th century, who gained passage to America by selling themselves as an indentured servant; 2. Someone who redeems oneself, such as from debt or servitude.