redemptioner
redemptioner · redemptioners
An immigrant, generally from the 18th or 19th century, who gained passage to America…An immigrant, generally from the 18th or 19th century, who gained passage to America by selling themselves as an indentured servant.
Meaning
2 senses(historical)An immigrant, generally from the 18th or 19th century, who gained passage to America by selling themselves as an indentured servant.
Someone who redeems oneself, such as from debt or servitude.
Origin
From redemption + -er.From redemption + -er.
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Forms
plural: redemptioners| Singular | redemptioner |
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