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salver

Salver (noun) means one who salves or cures.

noun
1
One who salves or cures.
2
One who pretends to cure; a quacksalver.
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Etymology

From Middle English salver (attested only in the sense of "ointment box"), from Old English *sealfere (“salver, one who anoints”), equivalent to salve + -er. Cognate with Dutch zalver (“salver”), German Salber (“salver”).

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of salver?

"salver" (noun) means one who salves or cures.

What are the different meanings of salver?

"salver" has 2 main meanings: 1. One who salves or cures; 2. One who pretends to cure; a quacksalver.

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