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impeacher|ɪmˈpiːtʃə(r)|
[f. as prec. + -er1.]
One who impeaches.
†1. One who prevents, hinders, or impedes. Obs.
1641Milton Ch. Govt. i. vi, Instead of finding Prelaty an impeacher of Schisme or faction.
2. One who accuses or brings charges (of treason, etc.). See impeach v. 4, 5.
1552Huloet, Accuser or empeacher, accusator. 1656Earl of Monmouth Advt. fr. Parnass. 178 The Prince..appeared a friend to the impeachers. 1788(title) Reflexions on Impeachers and Impeaching; addressed to Warren Hastings, Esq. 1877Symonds Renaiss. Italy, Reviv. Learn. 232 A violent impeacher and impugner of the living. |