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GAINSAYER

\ɡˈe͡ɪnse͡ɪə], \ɡˈe‍ɪnse‍ɪə], \ɡ_ˈeɪ_n_s_eɪ_ə]\

Definitions of GAINSAYER

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language
1790 - A Complete Dictionary of the English Language

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One who; an opposer.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

n. One who gainsays, contradicts, or denies; an opposer.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

Opponent, adversary.

1790 - A Complete Dictionary of the English Language
By Thomas Sheridan

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