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giver

noun giv·er \ˈgi-vər\

: someone who gives something to another person

Full Definition of GIVER

:  one that gives :  donor
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First Known Use of GIVER

14th century

Rhymes with GIVER

flivver, liver, quiver, river, shiver, sliver

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  1. giver
  2. Indian giver
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