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rescuer

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of rescuer

one that saves from danger or destruction

  • rescuers went out immediately in search of the lost child
Synonyms of rescuer

deliverer, redeemer, saver, savior (or saviour)
Words Related to rescuer

custodian, defender, guard, guardian, keeper, lookout, protector, sentinel, sentry, warden, warder, watch, watcher, watchman

ransomer

salvager, salvor

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