survivor

English

/sɚˈvaɪvɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • One who survives, especially one who survives a traumatic experience.
  • (figuratively) A person who is able to endure hardship.
  • One who knew a specific decedent.

Etymology

Affix from English survive.

Origin

English

survive

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