intercessor
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of intercessor
1475–85; < Latin, equivalent to interced- ( see intercession) + -tor -tor, with dt > ss
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“The Polish pope has been a moral yardstick, a teacher of the faith and an intercessor in heaven” for millions of Poles,” Gadecki said.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 9, 2023
Edward used her to promote his interests with the government; the government in turn used her as an intercessor.
From Salon • Jul. 25, 2022
In the Catholic religious tradition, Mary the mother of Jesus acts as an intercessor - a mediator between God and humanity.
From BBC • Nov. 28, 2017
I want to be the greatest intercessor in the history of the U.S.
From Washington Post • Nov. 1, 2013
The thought of Tyger playing intercessor on his behalf almost made Rowan laugh.
From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman
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