avenger

noun — 2 senses

avenger

noun

/əˈvɛndʒə(ɹ)/

Etymology From Middle English avengere; equivalent to avenge + -er.

1

One who avenges or vindicates.

  • an avenger of blood
2

One who takes vengeance.

Derived terms
avengeress, blood avenger
Related terms
revenger, venger

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