fanger

English

noun
Definitions
  • (Now) A receiver.
  • (obsolete) A helper; protector.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English fanger suffix from English fang (catch, lay hold of).

Origin

English

fang

Gloss

catch, lay hold of

Concept
Semantic Field

Motion

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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