redemptioner

English

noun
Definitions
  • (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.

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Suffix from English redemption.

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English

redemption

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