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Giver

/ˈɡɪv.ər/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person who gives something to someone else.

    "The generous giver donated a large sum to the charity."
  2. 2

    A person who provides assistance or support.

    "As a giver of advice, she was always willing to help her friends."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'giver' originates from the Old English 'giefan', which means 'to give'. It has evolved through Middle English as 'given', reflecting the act of providing or bestowing something to another. The term has maintained its core meaning throughout its history.

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