denunciator

noun

de·​nun·​ci·​a·​tor
-ēˌātə(r),
-ˌātə-
plural -s
: one that denounces, publishes, or proclaims:
a
: one that proclaims intended or coming evil
b
: one that threatens or accuses

Word History

Etymology

Middle French denonciateur, from Latin denuntiator police officer, from denuntiatus + -or

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“Denunciator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/denunciator. Accessed 7 Oct. 2024.

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