schenker

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From Middle Dutch schenker. Equivalent to schenken +‎ -er.

Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈsxɛŋ.kər/
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  • Hyphenation: schen‧ker

Noun[edit]

schenker m (plural schenkers)

  1. (historical) A cupbearer, one who pours drinks for a high-ranking person.
  2. A donor, one who gives or donates.
    Synonyms: donateur, donor, gever