redeemer
noun
a person who redeems.
redeemer
American
[ri-dee-mer]
/ rɪˈdi mər /
Redeemer
British
/ rɪˈdiːmə /
noun
Usage
What does redeemer mean? A redeemer is a person who redeems, meaning someone who repays, recovers, saves, or exchanges something for something else. In Christianity, the term is used to refer to Jesus Christ, especially when capitalized as Redeemer. Redeem is usually used in the context of financial transactions, such as redeeming (paying off) a mortgage or redeeming a coupon. Christians call Jesus the Redeemer because he is said to have brought them redemption from sin, meaning he saved or rescued them from it. Example: Today’s sermon will focus on Jesus Christ as our Redeemer.
Etymology
Origin of redeemer
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at redeem, -er 1
Example Sentences
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In the scarcely less crucial role of Biff, the Lomans’ wayward elder son, on whom Willy has pinned his hopes as the redeemer of his own failures, Mr. Abbott is a revelation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026
There was better news for Kate Hudson, who received the "Razzie redeemer award" - for someone who has redeemed themselves after being a Razzies favourite in the past.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
The average redeemer reports riding their e-bike instead of driving their car for about 3.4 trips each week, totaling 21.6 fewer miles driven per person.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2023
Jewish and Judeo-Christian theology prophesies a messianic redeemer who will eventually bring peace to an unstable world.
From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022
The priest’s vestments shone with the white and gold jubilation of the church celebrating the birth of its redeemer.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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