Definition

A person who confirms or asserts something as true, often providing evidence or support for a claim.

Example

The avoucher provided the necessary documents to support the claim.

Conversation

I just finished reading that book about ancient philosophers.

Oh really? Was there an avoucher for their ideas?

Yes, the author really acted as an avoucher for their teachings.

That sounds interesting! I'll have to check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Avoucher is formed from "a-" (meaning from or away) and "voucher" (from Old French *voucher*, meaning to call or summon). The word refers to someone who calls or summons another to verify or confirm something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'calling' ('voucher') to confirm or verify something 'from' ('a-') — that's why avoucher means to call upon someone to vouch for something.

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