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approver
[ uh-proo-ver ]
noun
- a person who validates, agrees to, or judges favorably.
- Old English Law. an accomplice to a felony who confesses guilt and gives evidence against their confederates.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of approver1
First recorded in 1300–50; approve + -er 1( def )
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Example Sentences
"Nay, if your greatness requires more proof, I can give you some now," continued the approver.
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If ye will have God author and approver of your reformation, ye must not follow their footsteps.
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Others of the prisoners were obliged to perform the like Office to another approver.
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Agar too, in Newgate, heard how Pierce had treated him, and at once readily turned approver.
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Monk was with his troops in Scotland, but had declared himself an approver of the proceedings of the Parliament.
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