Definition

A person who supports or advocates for the reduction or elimination of weapons, especially military arms.

Example

The disarmer spoke passionately about the need for global peace and safety.

Conversation

I read an article about a famous disarmer who advocates for peace.

That's interesting! What did they suggest we do to promote disarmament?

They mentioned starting conversations about the benefits of being a disarmer in our communities.

I think that’s a great idea — awareness can really make a difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disarmer → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "armare" (from Latin, meaning to arm). The word "disarmer" means to take away someone's weapons or to remove their ability to fight.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking away' ('dis-') someone's 'arms' ('armare') — that's why disarmer means to remove weapons.

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