asker

Middle English

/ˈaskər(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • One who prays towards or supplicates a divinity.
  • One who criticises, reviews, or examines; a checker.
  • A litigant; one who begins legal action or one hired by such a person.
  • (rare) An extortionist; one who requires excessive charges.
  • (rare) One who asks or questions; an asker.
  • (rare) One who levies dues or fees.

Etymology

Affix from Middle English axen.

Origin

Middle English

axen

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